2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Ikon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 48 L |