2010 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, both 2010 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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 55 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. 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 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 325 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | C-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2648 mm |