2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 896 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-MAX | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
