2012 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2788 mm |
