2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ikon and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ikon | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |