2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 585 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2648 mm |