Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500
In comparing the Ford F-150's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 is a better car than the Ram 1500.
Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford F-150's price is between $45,464 and $83,454, with the Ram 1500 priced between $46,289 and $85,004.
Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the Ram 1500 loses 35.2 percent of its value. This means the Ford F-150 retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ram 1500.
Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Ram 1500's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Ram 1500 being ranked 3 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the Ford F-150 is ranked 7 and the Ram 1500 is ranked 11.
Ford F-150 vs. Ram 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Ram 1500 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Ford F-150 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ram 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford F-150’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room. The Ford F-150, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
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
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the Ram 1500, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.73 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45464 - 83454
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46289 - 85004
Used Asking Price:
45142 - 81856
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.352069
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.13966 / 10
Reliability:
8.48898 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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15 out of / 19Ram 1500 Rankings
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19 out of / 19Available 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
Gasoline
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT
Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.73 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 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:
7690 lbs
Max Payload:
2300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 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:
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
4391 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:
4771 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