2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | C-MAX | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2761 mm |
