2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | C-Max |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2648 mm |