2004 Honda Z vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Z | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2648 mm |
