1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2000 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 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) has 240 more horse power than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (340 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2000 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Indigo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
