2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 816 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
