2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 866 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Ikon | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
