2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 438 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2788 mm |
