2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |
