2006 Nissan Navara 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 Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Navara | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2788 mm |
