2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 103 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 114 L |