2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-250 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | F-250 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 72 L |