2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ikon | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |