2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2788 mm |