2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 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 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ikon | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |