2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ikon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |