2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Vibe | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 2.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |