2011 Ford C-Max vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford C-Max would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 446 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford C-Max | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | C-Max | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2789 mm |