2004 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Fiat Siena. 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 C-MAX (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Siena | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
