2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Ford Ikon are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ka | Ikon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |