2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon.
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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
