1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima 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 205 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Maxima | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1345 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2788 mm |
