2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 233 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | HR-V | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1317 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2788 mm |
