2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 1097 kg more than 2013 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
