2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2788 mm |
