2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 658 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
