2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Getz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Hyundai Getz (195 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ikon | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
