2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Ikon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |