1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 106 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2788 mm |
