2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 778 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | C-MAX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1422 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
