1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 50 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 993 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2788 mm |