2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 473 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.

Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford C-MAX 2005 SsangYong Korando
Make Ford SsangYong
Model C-MAX Korando
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 70 L


 

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