2010 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, both 2010 BMW 120 and 2010 Ford C-Max were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 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 49 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 120 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 120 | C-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2648 mm |