2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Previa | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Previa | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2648 mm |
