2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 125 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ikon | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |