2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
