2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 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 |