2012 Ford C-Max vs. 2011 Mazda 2
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 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 2 would be higher. Both 2012 Ford C-Max and 2011 Mazda 2 are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 95 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford C-Max | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | C-Max | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2489 mm |
