1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 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 210 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Indigo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
