2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 571 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2007 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford C-MAX | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | C-MAX | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |