2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2334 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2005 Ford Excursion 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |
