2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, both 2006 Ford Ikon and 2006 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 154 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 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ikon 2006 Hyundai Tucson
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Ikon Tucson
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 58 L


 

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