2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2010 Honda Stream 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. 2010 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
