Dodge Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 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 Dodge Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150.

In comparing the Dodge Ram 1500's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Dodge Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Ram 1500's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 is a better car than the Dodge Ram 1500.

Pricing: A used 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $6,357 to $16,667 while a used 2010 Ford F-150 is priced between $5,995 to $18,995.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 248 horsepower. Both the Ram 1500 and the F-150 are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 520 and 494 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford F-150 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: Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4, 76.3, and 98.3 inches, and the Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67, 67.4, 78.6, 78.8, 97.4 inches.

Safety Ratings: The Ford F-150 has an average safety rating of 4.89 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

20610

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

24159

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

20610 - 35725

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

21380

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

24159

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

20610 - 35725

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

11313

Price Range:

6357 - 16667

Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

12016

Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

10856 - 15066

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

117

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

159726

# Good or Great Deals:

32

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

11796

Price Range:

5995 - 18995

Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

12016

Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

10856 - 15066

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

550

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

165457

# Good or Great Deals:

173

Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

8.9 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Ram 1500

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford F-150

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

0.9074199271751519

Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

2.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

0.9 - 12.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.5566460296907807

Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

2.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)

0.9 - 12.2

Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings

Not yet available

Ford F-150 Rankings

Best Full-Size Trucks for Towing

1 / 10

Best Off-road Full-Size Trucks

1 / 10

Safest Full-Size Trucks

1 / 10

Best Full-Size Trucks Under $40k

1 / 4

Best Full-Size Trucks

2 / 10

Full-Size Trucks with the Most Horsepower

2 / 10

Full-Size Trucks with the Most Legroom

2 / 10

Most Affordable Full-Size Trucks

2 / 5

Full-Size Trucks with Best Resale Value

3 / 10

Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks Under $40k

3 / 4

Best Gas Mileage Full-Size Trucks

4 / 10

Most Comfortable Full-Size Trucks

5 / 10

Best Full-Size Trucks for the Money

5 / 5

Best Full-Size Trucks for Tall People

6 / 10

Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks

8 / 10

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab

Available Bed Length(s)

67.4 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches

Available Bed Length(s)

67 inches, 67.4 inches, 78.6 inches, 78.8 inches, 97.4 inches

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels

Laramie, R/T Sport, SLT, SLT Sport, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road

Ford F-150 Trim Levels

FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson, King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, STX, SVT Raptor, XL, XLT

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.89 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

215 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.048 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

3800 lbs

Max Payload:

1480 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

248 hp @ 4750 rpm

Torque:

294 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.053 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

5400 lbs

Max Payload:

1700 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.7 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


14 / 20 / 16

Range (city/hwy):

364 / 520 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


15 / 19 / 16

Range (city/hwy):

390 / 494 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Front Bench Seats:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

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

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Front Bench Seats:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Wifi:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

Available

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

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

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

66 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:

63 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

66.6 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:

82.1 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4525 lbs

Width:

79.4 inches

Height:

74.6 inches

Length:

209 inches

Wheelbase:

120.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4693 lbs

Width:

97 inches

Height:

74.6 inches

Length:

213.1 inches

Wheelbase:

125.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P265/70R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P235/70R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat

Blue

Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat

Brown

Austin Tan Pearl Coat / Rugged Brown Pearl Coat

Gray

Light Graystone Pearl Coat / Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat

Red

Flame Red Clear Coat / Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat

Silver

Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Exterior Colors

Black

Tuxedo Black

Blue

Blue Flame Metallic

Brown

Not available

Gray

Sterling Grey Metallic

Red

Vermillion Red

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Interior Colors

Gray

Dark Slate/Medium Graystone

Interior Colors

Gray

Stone Grey

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