1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
