2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Ikon | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ikon | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |