2006 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sequoia | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2788 mm |
