2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, both 2011 Porsche Cayenne and 2011 Ford C-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Cayenne | C-Max |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 578 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2788 mm |