2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ikon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |