2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | C-MAX | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1326 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
