2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 419 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ikon | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |