2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Siena | C-Max |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2788 mm |