2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord 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 421 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2788 mm |