2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Sentra | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sentra | C-Max |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2648 mm |