2013 Ford C-MAX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2013 Ford C-MAX and 2013 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 888 kg more than 2013 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford C-MAX | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | C-MAX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2085 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1621 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 2.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
