2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX and 2007 Suzuki Reno were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 2007 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | C-MAX | Reno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
