2001 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 172 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Frontera | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2788 mm |
