2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 985 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2648 mm |
