2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 7 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 202 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 BMW X Activity 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X Activity | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
