2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 789 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ikon | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 44 L |