1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 304 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Indigo | Reno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
