2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 3 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2648 mm |
