2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | C-MAX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
