2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | MPV | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2648 mm |
