2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ikon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
