2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ikon | V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1045 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 3010 mm |
