2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford C-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford C-Max would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2648 mm |
