2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ikon | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |