2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Ginetta G34

To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Ginetta G34 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 612 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.

Because 2004 Ginetta G34 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 2004 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford C-MAX 2004 Ginetta G34
Make Ford Ginetta
Model C-MAX G34
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1050 mm


 

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