2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | C-Max |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2788 mm |