2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | C-MAX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
