1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 142 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 971 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Indigo | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
