2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ikon | Vitz |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |