2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2788 mm |
