2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | CRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
