2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 114 L |