2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 97 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
