1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 671 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Indigo | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6200 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 | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2873 mm |