2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ikon | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |