2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 114 L |