2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1701 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2648 mm |
