2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-MAX | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
