2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 4 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 2011 Audi S8 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. 2011 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ikon | S8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
