2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ikon | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |