2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1533 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 115 L |
