2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2009 Dodge Ram 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. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2900 mm |
