2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 119 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
