2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ikon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |