2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 303 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
