2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2003 Ford C-MAX and 2003 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM3. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford C-MAX | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | C-MAX | SM3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |