2001 Ford EX vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 563 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | EX | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
