1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Presea | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Presea | C-Max |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 135 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2788 mm |