2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 149 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | C-MAX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
