2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Ikon | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |