2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2648 mm |
