2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 180 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 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ikon | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
