2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avensis | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2648 mm |
