1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (380 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Indigo | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |