2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 275 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |