2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-MAX | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
