2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ikon | SLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
