2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 11 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
