2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Ikon and 2004 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ikon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
