2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | C-Max |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2788 mm |