2004 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.

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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Pilot 2012 Ford C-Max
Make Honda Ford
Model Pilot C-Max
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1828 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2788 mm


 

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