2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 983 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Versa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
