1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 366 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2006 Renault Kangoo, 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Indigo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
