2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | C-MAX | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
