2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, both 2003 Ford C-MAX and 2003 Ford Model U were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U. 2003 Ford Model U has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford C-MAX | 2003 Ford Model U | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | C-MAX | Model U |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |