2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 516 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ikon | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |