2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2788 mm |
