1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3170 mm |
