2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic 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 293 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic 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. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | C-MAX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
