2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Ford C-MAX and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 34 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.
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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 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 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | C-MAX | S40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |