2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ikon | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
