2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1354 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2788 mm |