2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX and 2007 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | C-MAX | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |