2021 RAM 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150

2020 RAM 1500 vs. 2020 Ford F-150
2021 RAM 1500

vs.

2021 Ford F-150
305 hp

Base Horsepower

290 hp
12,750 Pounds

V8 Towing Capacity

11,600 Pounds
12,560 Pounds

Diesel Towing Capacity

11,500 pounds
Up to 32 mpg highway

Diesel Fuel Economy

Up to 30 mpg highway
Yes

IIHS Top Safety Pick+

Not Yet Rated
8.4-12-inch UConnect®

Infotainment

8-inch SYNC 3®

Every year, a lot of Humboldt drivers come to us with the same question: the Ford F-150 or the RAM 1500? The classic RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 matchup is really interesting for 2021. This year, the latest features on the RAM 1500 are hard to beat! Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson) does the 2021 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 comparison below.

2021 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Engines & Performance

A lot of Dyersburg drivers like us to start with the engine comparison. Like many modern trucks, the Ford F-150 or RAM 1500 will come with a few engine options. Let’s check out the specs:

RAM 1500 Engine Specs

  • Standard: 3.6L PENTASTAR® V6 eTorque with 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque
  • Diesel: 3.0L EcoDiesel V6® – 260 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque – 32 mpg hwy best-in-class fuel economy
  • Top Engine: 5.7L HEMI® V8 eTorque with 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque

Ford F-150 Engine Specs

  • Standard: 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 with 290 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque
  • Diesel: 3.0L Power Stroke® TurboDiesel with 250 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque (30 mpg hwy)
  • Top Engine: High-Output 3.5L Ecoboost V6 with 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Towing Capacity & Utility

Ford F-150 vs. RAM 1500V8 Towing Capacity

  • RAM 1500 – 12,750 pounds with the 5.7L HEMI® V8 with eTorque
  • Ford F-150 – 11,500 pounds with a comparable V8

Ford F-150 vs. RAM 1500 V6 Towing Capacity

  • RAM 1500 – 12,560 pounds with the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel® V6
  • Ford F-150 – 14,000 pounds with the V6, but its diesel engine can only tow 11,500 pounds

The RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 engine comparison is interesting. When it comes to standard features, the RAM 1500 has more horsepower and torque for Brownsville drivers to start with. The Ford F-150 might have a higher max towing capacity, but the RAM 1500 has better diesel towing and performance specs than its rival. And that’s not even including the extra utility of the RAMBOX® cargo management system, the multifunction tailgate, and the seat covers on the 1500!

Ford F-150 or RAM 1500: Convenience & Technology

A great truck isn’t just about the engine. You need a cabin with intuitive design and useful technology, whether you’re driving around for work or going on a trip outside Brownsville. This is where the larger standard touchscreen on the RAM — 8.4 inches to the 8.0 inches on the Ford — in addition to other standard features like Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto come in handy! In fact, there are lots of standard features on the base trim of the RAM 1500 that aren’t on the Ford F-150 base trim:

  • Smartphone integration
  • Bluetooth® and voice recognition
  • Six-speaker sound system
  • USB ports
  • Overhead console
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Available LED Brake Lights
  • Available Blind-Spot Monitoring

If you’re looking for a more heavy-duty truck, many of these features are also on the RAM 2500!

Find a 2021 RAM 1500 for Sale at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson)

The RAM 1500 was the MotorTrend Truck of the Year in 2019, and this new design continues to wow us year after year. If you’re thinking about the Ford F-150 or RAM 1500, you owe it to yourself to test drive the RAM in Jackson! Take advantage of resources at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson) like our online finance application, and contact us today to see the RAM 1500 for yourself!

 

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