2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Ford C-MAX and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | C-MAX | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
