2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | C-MAX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
