2002 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Bandeirante | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3660 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2788 mm |
