2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ikon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |