2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 504 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | C-MAX | Terrano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |