2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 786 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3490 mm |