2008 BMW X3 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 241 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW X3 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
