2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 496 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
