1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 235 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indigo | SLK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
