2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ikon | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
