2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ikon | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
