2006 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Transporter | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2648 mm |
