2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5407 cc |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3490 mm |