2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy 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, 2005 Subaru Justy 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ikon | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
