2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Nubira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
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 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
