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Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Truck Comparison

The 2021 Ram 1500 vs. the 2021 Ford F-150

Pickup trucks aren't just for work anymore. Many people in La Porte, IN use trucks for everyday transportation - from dropping the kids off at school, to the commute across town, to shopping at their neighborhood grocery store. If you want a truck that's just as suitable for a vacation road trip as it is for towing trailers, get the new Ram 1500. The new Ford F-150 is also a capable full-size truck, but it can't quite match the 1500's rideability and interior comfort. La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM has compiled this comparison to help Michigan City drivers decide which truck is best for them.

Materials Quality

The Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 both have quality interiors, but the 1500 offers a little more luxury. La Porte drivers will appreciate that even the base Ram 1500 comes with synthetic leather and cloth upholstery. The F-150 comes with cloth upholstery. Soft-touch materials and leather surfaces abound in the Ram 1500, and real wood is featured in upper trims. The Ram 1500 has more front storage configurations, greater seat comfort, and a thoroughly appealing style.

Standard and Available Horsepower

The Ram 1500 comes standard with a 305-horsepower V6 engine. The Ford F-150's entry-level motor is a 290-horsepower V6. Chesterton drivers who want a truck that'll really fly will like the Ram 1500's available 702-horsepower engine. The F-150's most potent motor produces 430 horsepower.

Diesel Towing Capacity

The Ford F-150 has a higher maximum towing capacity overall than the Ram 1500. However, the 1500 can tow more with its diesel engine. When equipped with the available 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine, the 1500 can tow up to 12,056 pounds. The Ford F-150 has a diesel tow rating of 11,500 pounds.

Safety

It's also nice to have technology that makes towing safer. People in Chesterton will like the Ram 1500's available Trailer Reverse Steering Control for easier reversing with a trailer. This feature allows you to use the Trailer Steering knob located in the 1500's center stack to easily control your trailer's direction as you back up, while the system controls the truck's steering wheel. The F-150 has a similar Pro Back-up Assist feature, but it's not quite as easy to use.

The Ram 1500 offers a newly available digital rear-view mirror. It features an LCD monitor that, when switched on, provides a real-time video stream from a rear-facing camera for a clear view of the road behind you. The F-150 doesn't offer a digital rearview mirror.

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Fuel Economy

The Ram 1500 gets 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The Ford F-150 gets 20 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. But people in La Porte who want to cut fuel costs will want the Ram 1500 with the optional V6 diesel engine, which gets 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. The F-150's most fuel-efficient hybrid motor gets 24 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.

Exterior

Both the Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 have sizeable beds that can haul large loads. However, Michigan City drivers will appreciate that the Ram 1500 offers lockable RamBox storage bins and a multifunction tailgate with a 60/40-split opening for easier access. Those features are not available in the F-150.

Other In-Cabin Tech

The Ram 1500 comes standard with push-button start, which is just optional on the Ford F-150. The 1500 offers a choice of three high-power stereo systems, a seven-inch driver information digital cluster display, push-button start, and an available head-up display. The F-150 has just two premium stereo options and it doesn’t offer a head-up display.

Interior and Technology

Infotainment System

The Ford F-150's SYNC 4 infotainment system has an intuitive interface with easily navigable menu layouts. But the Ram 1500's Uconnect system is one of the most user-friendly infotainment systems on the market. Its menu layout is easy to learn, the screens have crisp graphics, and you can customize a row of shortcut buttons for quick access to your favorite features.

Performance and Capability

Ride Quality

People in Michigan City will appreciate the car-like ride they get on the Ram 1500's coil-spring rear suspension. The Ford F-150's leaf-spring setup delivers a fairly comfortable ride for a truck, but it's not as smooth as the Ram 1500.

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The Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 are both top-notch full-size trucks, but if a plush, comfortable cab is a priority, go with the new Ram 1500. La Porte Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM has numerous Ram 1500 models for sale near Michigan City. Come see us and test drive one today.

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