2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ikon | 147 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
