2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 32 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ikon | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1063 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |