2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Ikon | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
