2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ikon | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
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 | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |