2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | C-MAX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
