2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 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 276 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2900 mm |
