2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 Ford Ikon (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ikon | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |