1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
