1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1626 mm |
