2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | C-MAX | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
