2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | E-150 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
