2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 98 L |
