2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ikon | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
