1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 161 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Indigo | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2875 mm |
