2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ikon | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |
