2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen CC | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | CC | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2788 mm |
