1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 269 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 992 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Indigo | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
