2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Maxx Cab | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |
