2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ikon | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |