2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V 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 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | C-MAX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |