1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 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 269 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | S40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
