2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 1141 kg more than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.

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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2010 Jeep Wrangler
Make Ford Jeep
Model F-250 Wrangler
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 3800 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2856 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4138 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2103 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2423 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 70 L


 

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