2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 420 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
