2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
