1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 174 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Indigo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
