2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Ford F-250.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5408 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 144 L |