2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
