2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 531 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Ikon | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |