2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 260 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Murano | C-Max |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2788 mm |