2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 150 L |