2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford C-MAX | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | C-MAX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2789 mm |