2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 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 248 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 476 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 150 L |