2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 299 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 74 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
