2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |