2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | C-MAX | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
