2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | F-150 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 98 L |