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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 310 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 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ikon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 | 1297 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |