2010 Ford C-Max vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 2 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford C-Max | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | C-Max | Splash |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2360 mm |
