2007 Ford S-Max vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2007 Ford S-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford S-Max weights approximately 803 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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, 2007 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford S-Max | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | S-Max | City |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
