2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 357 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (496 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 98 L |
