2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. 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-350. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |