2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3490 mm |