2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ikon and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ikon | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1360 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 | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |