2012 Ford C-Max vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 89 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford C-Max | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | C-Max | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2803 mm |