2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ikon | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |