2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ikon and 2007 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ikon | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |
