2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX and 2007 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-MAX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
