2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 428 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ikon | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ikon | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 8.7 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 | 1150 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |