2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus 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 345 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 727 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
