2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 841 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ikon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
