2010 Ford C-Max vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Ford Mondeo 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford C-Max | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-Max | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1626 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2648 mm | 2760 mm |
