2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
