2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | C-MAX | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
