2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
