2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |