2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ikon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
