2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2788 mm |
