2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Fiorino | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
