1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 249 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 550 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indigo | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |