2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Scion tC
To start off, 2009 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Scion tC.
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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion tC. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | C-MAX | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
