2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, both 2010 Fiat Panda and 2010 Ford C-Max were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 500 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.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | C-Max |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2788 mm |