Dodge Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-250
In comparing the Dodge Ram 1500's and the Ford F-250's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford F-250 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Ram 1500's and the Ford F-250's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-250 is a better car than the Dodge Ram 1500.
Dodge Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-250 Pricing
A used 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $3,250 to $13,900 while a used 1999 Ford F-250 is priced between $1,715 to $11,890.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Ford F-250 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The F-250 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 510 miles. This gives the Dodge Ram 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford F-250. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the Dodge Ram 1500 and the Ford F-250 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3250 - 13900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1715 - 11890
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford F-250 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Not yet available
Ford F-250 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Natural Gas, Propane
Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie SLT, ST, WS
Ford F-250 Trim Levels
Lariat, Work, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3600 lbs
Max Payload:
2301 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
290 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
10000 lbs
Max Payload:
2595 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
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:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 510 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 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:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 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:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4099 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
118.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4355 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
72.7 inches
Length:
224.2 inches
Wheelbase:
138.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available