2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2788 mm |
