2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 549 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Ikon | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
