2010 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2011 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 X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | C-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2648 mm |