2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ikon and 2006 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2006 BMW 535 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 2006 BMW 535. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ikon | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
