2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 372 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V 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 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | C-MAX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |