2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Am | C-Max |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2788 mm |