Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500
When comparing the Ford F-150 to the Ram 1500, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150 versus the Ram 1500, the Ram 1500 is a better car than the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 versus Ram 1500 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford F-150's price is between $40,973 and $81,645, with the Ram 1500 priced between $44,108 and $81,638.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford F-150’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 529 miles. The 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
front head room. The Ford F-150, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Ford F-150 has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Ram 1500 has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford F-150 has an average safety rating of 4.66 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Ford F-150 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$40,973 - $81,645
Used Asking Price:
$29,993 - $59,860
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,108 - $81,638
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 11iSeeCars Rankings
Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Trim Levels
SSV, XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Tremor, Police Responder, Raptor
Trim Levels
Tradesman, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Rebel, TRX, HFE, Big Horn, Lone Star
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):
4.66 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1950 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
7700 lbs
Max Payload :
2300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 529 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 575 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4060 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4770 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
77.6 inches
Length:
228.9 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
275/65R18
