2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 727 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.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 136 L |