2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
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, 2005 Mini Cooper (151 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Ikon | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
