2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ikon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
