2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Daewoo Nubira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 185 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, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Ikon | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
