2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2788 mm |
