2001 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max. 2001 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Soarer | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
