2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Fiat Multipla. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2648 mm |
