2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | C-MAX | Premacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |