2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ikon | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
