2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | C-MAX | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |