2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 282 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | C-MAX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
