2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 426 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 100 L |