2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2900 mm |