2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ikon and 2006 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 275 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
