2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2788 mm |
