2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. 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, 2011 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ikon | 116 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
