2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5408 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |
