2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 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 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
