1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 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 243 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.

Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Indigo 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Indigo Santa Fe
Year Released 1996 2013
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 549 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1010 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2700 mm


 

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