2020 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150

Drivers from Corpus Christi to Kingsville are looking for a light-duty pickup truck that’s up for any challenge. Many drivers find themselves comparing the Dodge RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150. This is a truly competitive match-up as both the 2020 RAM 1500 and the 2020 Ford F-150 are titans in their segment. While the F-150 model is very competitive this year, drivers comparing the RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 will see that the RAM truck still comes out far ahead.

2020 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Engines and Performance

Ford F-150 Engine Options: Similar to 2019, the new Ford F-150 is available with six different engine options. The 3.5 liter EcoBoost V6 features the most available power, with 450 hp. While it offers more maximum power than the RAM 1500, the RAM truck is almost always a more practical choice.

RAM 1500 Engine Options: The RAM 1500 offers four engine options, but with those options, it remains very competitive. With the standard 3.6 liter PENTASTAR® V6 with eTorque, the RAM 1500 comes with more horsepower and torque than the base F-150, along with best-in-class fuel economy*. The RAM 1500 produces up to 395 hp with a V8.

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Fuel Economy: Both the F-150 and the RAM 1500 provide diesel engine options, but the RAM truck’s 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6® remains most impressive. With it, Aransas Pass area drivers can enjoy up to 32 mpg highway, compared to a maximum of 30 mpg highway in the F-150. The RAM 1500 also offers 260 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque, whereas the Ford model offers only 250 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque.

Check out our guide to the RAM 1500 performance if you’d like to learn more about what’s new for this year.

2020 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Towing Capacity and Utility

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 V8 Towing Capacity: A RAM 1500 is capable of towing up to 12,750 pounds in 2020, using the 5.7L HEMI® V8 with eTorque. Comparatively, the V8 Ford F-150 model can only tow around 11,500 pounds.

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 V6 Towing Capacity: The RAM 1500 can tow up to 12,560 pounds with a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel® V6 — all while providing class-leading* highway fuel economy. Although V6 towing capacity reaches up to 13,200 pounds in the F-150, the Ford model can only tow up to 11,500 pounds with its diesel engine.

Port Lavaca area drivers looking for raw power might be intrigued by the higher maximum towing capacity of the Ford F-150. However, in opting for that model, you’d miss out on compelling features like the RAMBOX® cargo management system, a lockable storage container that can be accessed from the side of the vehicle. Also missing would be the multifunction tailgate, which can swing open like a car door for easier loading and unloading.

2020 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Standard Features and Quality

Many Aransas Pass area truck fans have found over the years that the RAM 1500 puts the Ford F-150 to shame by coming packed with more standard features and a much nicer interior. Here’s what you should consider:

• Infotainment: The RAM 1500 comes standard with an 8.4-inch touchscreen powered by UConnect®, while the Ford F-150 offers an 8-inch touchscreen. However, the F-150 doesn’t offer anything comparable to the 12.0-inch touchscreen that you can have in the 1500 model.
• Smartphone Integration: Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto are standard on the new RAM 1500. Getting the same features on the Ford F-150 requires a hefty upgrade cost.
• Interior Quality: Critics and drivers alike have gravitated toward the luxurious RAM 1500 interior. The interior of this model is competitive with that of a luxury car. Conversely, the Ford F-150 is still produced with plastic finishes and jarring hard lines. For capability and comfort in a single package, there is one clear choice.

Interested in a pickup packed with exclusive features? The RAM 1500 offers an impressive suite of standard features. Obtaining these amenities in the F-150 model requires a significant costly upgrade:

• Bluetooth® connectivity
• Voice recognition
• Six-speaker sound system
• Overhead console
• Remote keyless entry
• Heated side mirrors
• USB ports

Better still, you can immediately upgrade the RAM 1500 with available LED brake lights or a blind spot monitoring system! To access either feature in the F-150, drivers will need to pay for expensive trim upgrades first. Take a more in-depth look at the impressive RAM 1500 technology features.

Find Your 2020 RAM 1500 at Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass

With a full redesign in 2019, the RAM 1500 launched itself into a league of its own, securing its place as the Motor Trend Truck of the Year. Today, drivers comparing the RAM 1500 vs. F-150 will see that the RAM truck has only strengthened its already-impressive lead.

Corpus Christi drivers looking for superior performance, V8 and diesel towing power, or advanced standard features should go with the RAM. Find a new RAM 1500 for sale at Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass today and contact us to schedule a test drive so you can see for yourself.

Disclaimer.

*Class based on Light-Duty pickups.