2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touran | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1279 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2648 mm |
