1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1407 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Indigo | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4250 mm |