2011 Ford C-Max 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 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford C-Max | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-Max | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2788 mm |
