2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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. Both 2006 Ford F-150 and 2004 Ford F-250 are equipped with a 5,408 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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, both vehicles can yield 495 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 144 L |
