2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 115 L |
