2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 275 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ikon | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
