2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 98 L |