2010 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4856 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2648 mm |
