2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
