I love my new 250. I love my 6.2.

I never considered a 350, as I didn't need the extra towing capacity. And I feel like the ride gets harsher as you go up, unless you are always hauling a trailer.

I have an XLT, and while I wanted the leather, I didn't want to pay the extra cost. I can add leather to the seats if I want, with custom fitted replacement.

I think you need to consider what you need it for.

 

The towing capacity is the same between the F-250 and F-350. The suspension is also same between the two, except for the taller block that the F-350 has. In other words, they ride the same too.

 

I don't know how other states charge for registration but there could be additional cost. Do they charge actual vehicle weight or max GVWR, might not be much but something to consider if additional capacity isn't needed on a regular basis and there's considerable cost.

A few years ago my state adjusted the weight brackets tipping my truck and van into next bracket.

-Dan

 

OK, let's get the engines out of the comparison. Of course the 6.7L has more power and torque, which makes hauling or towing any same given load easier with the diesel. We are talking about capability between two trucks, a 250 and 350, with the same engine. Note, however, that the diesel engine reduces overall payload capacity and plow weight since it weighs more than the 6.2L.

When speaking about single rear wheel trucks, we don't need FOMOCO to weigh in - yes, the numbers are different, but the hardware (except the overload spring and spring block height, as mentioned) is exactly the same. The overload spring and taller block can be easily added to a 250, and now you have the EXACT same truck as a 350, sans the badge. Legally, the numbers are different. But physically, they are the same truck.

 

I'm from NH, too - I'm not sure how reg costs changed. I know Ford offers a 9900lb GVW and a 10k GVW on the F-250...this is for registration purposes only. But yes, could be a consideration in the 250 / 350 debate.