2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 229 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ikon | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
