2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 190 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 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ikon | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
