2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 534 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 2.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
