2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
