2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1149 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
