1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Carina | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
