1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 200 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (343 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
