2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
