2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ikon | Combo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
