2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ikon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
