2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 321 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 Volkswagen Polo (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ikon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
