2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |