2013 Ford C-MAX vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, both 2013 Ford C-MAX and 2013 Ford E-Series were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 10 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E-Series (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-MAX | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2085 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1623 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 150 L |
