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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 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 E-Series weights approximately 956 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 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 @ 3500 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 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.3:1 9.38:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type CVT 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 2611 kg
Vehicle Length 4409 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 2085 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1623 mm 2085 mm
Wheelbase Size 2649 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Consumption 5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 5 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 150 L


 

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