2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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 404 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | MiTo | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2788 mm |
