2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-MAX | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
