2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
