2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Grand Livina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Grand Livina | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
