1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 123 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Indigo | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |