2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ikon | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |