2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | C-MAX | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
