1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
