1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 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 225 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Venturi 400 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Venturi | Ford |
Model | 400 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2648 mm |