2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty vs. 2020 Ram 2500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2020 Ram 2500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty and the 2020 Ram 2500.
When we compare the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty's and the 2020 Ram 2500's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Ram 2500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty's and the 2020 Ram 2500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty ranges from $34,900 to $67,982 while a used 2020 Ram 2500 is priced between $33,746 to $63,861.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty loses 21.8 percent of its value and the 2020 Ram 2500 loses 22.9 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Ram 2500.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-250 Super Duty is 9.0 out of 10 while the Ram 2500's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-250 Super Duty being ranked 5 out of 9 Best Heavy Duty Trucks and the Ram 2500 being ranked 7 out of 9.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-250 Super Duty is 9.1 out of 10. For the Ram 2500 the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Ram 2500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-250 Super Duty.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty’s base engine makes 385 horsepower, and the 2020 Ram 2500 base engine makes 410 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are heavy-duty trucks, the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2020 Ram 2500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty offers bed lengths of 81.9 and 98.1 inches, and the 2020 Ram 2500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Ram 2500, with an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,035
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$36,915
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$33,895 - $50,210
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$36,915
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$33,895 - $50,210
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$51,818
Price Range:
$34,900 - $67,982
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$56,298
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$47,226 - $73,834
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$47,462
Price Range:
$33,746 - $63,861
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$56,298
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$47,226 - $73,834
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Ford F-250 Super Duty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Ram 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.3 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
6.9 - 8.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
38.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Ram 2500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
6.9 - 8.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
56.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1 - 15.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
12.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1 - 15.1
Ford F-250 Super Duty Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
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2 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ram 2500 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 9Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
81.9 inches, 98.1 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT
2020 Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, Lone Star, Power Wagon, Tradesman
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.34 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
385 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
13000 lbs
Max Payload:
4260 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
410 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
429 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
15040 lbs
Max Payload:
4010 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
64.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
62.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5677 lbs
Width:
105.9 inches
Height:
78.9 inches
Length:
231.8 inches
Wheelbase:
141.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5988 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
232 inches
Wheelbase:
140 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R17E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/70R17E
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Blue Jeans / Velocity Blue
Gray
Magnetic / Stone Gray
Green
Green / Green Gem
Orange
Orange
Red
Race Red / Vermillion Red
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Yellow
School Bus Yellow / Yellow
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat / Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat / Midnight Blue Pearl Coat / New Holland Blue / Patriot Blue Pearl Coat / Robin Egg Blue
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Bright Green / Hills Green / Light Green / Olive Green Pearl Coat / Timberline Green Pearl Coat / Tree Green
Orange
Omaha Orange / Utility Orange
Red
Bright Red / Case IH Red / Delmonico Red Pearl Coat / Flame Red Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat / Light Cream
Yellow
Construction Yellow / Detonator Yellow Clear Coat / National Safety Yellow / School Bus Yellow / Yellow
Beige
Power Tan
Brown
Dark Brown / Walnut Brown Metallic Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Gray
Medium Earth Gray
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Diesel Gray/Black
Black
Black
