2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 852 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2788 mm |
