2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 457 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
