2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 768 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
