2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ikon | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2645 mm |