2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 513 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
