2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
