2007 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2788 mm |
