2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 145 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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ikon | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
