2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 306 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ikon | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
