2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ikon | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
