2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2007 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
