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2023 RAM 1500 Tailgate

2023 RAM 1500 vs. 2023 Ford F-150: Which Truck Is Best?

2023 RAM 1500 Tradesman®

vs.

2023 Ford F-150® XL
$37,410

Starting MSRP

$33,695
5.7L HEMI® V8 Engine with eTorque

Engine

3.5L POWERBOOST™ Full Hybrid V6 Engine
12,750 lbs

Towing Capacity

12,700 lbs
5

Seating Capacity

6
395 hp

Horsepower

430 hp
15 City/ 22 Highway

Fuel Economy

25 City/ 26 Highway

At Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we’re proud to offer a full lineup of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM vehicles in all shapes and sizes, from small luxury cars to full-size family SUVs. Whatever your budget or driving needs may be, we’re confident you’ll find something to love in our lineup! If you’re searching for a powerful new pickup truck, you can’t go wrong with the legendary RAM 1500, which was recently updated for 2023. It’s a great choice for any Harlingen driver, but how does it stack up to key competitors like the new Ford F-150? If you’re on the fence deciding between the F-150 or RAM 1500, check out the comparison guide below. 

 

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2023 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Performance Comparison

A good pickup truck lives and dies by its engine performance, and you’ll see that the RAM 1500 takes the advantage when it comes to power under the hood! While the Ford F-150 offers five powertrains to the RAM’s four, the RAM offers more powerful performance specs for both its entry-level and top-level engines, as well as a diesel option for maximized torque and efficiency. Here are all the relevant performance specs:

RAM 1500 Entry-Level Engine 

  • 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine with eTorque
  • 305 horsepower
  • 273 lb-ft of torque

Ford F-150 Entry-Level Engine 

  • 3.3L TI-VCT V6 engine
  • 290 horsepower
  • 265 lb-ft of torque

RAM 1500 Top-Level Engine 

  • Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 engine
  • 702 horsepower
  • 650 lb-ft of torque

Ford F-150 Top-Level Engine 

  • High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost engine
  • 450 horsepower
  • 510 lb-ft of torque

2023 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Safety Comparison

You deserve a truck that keeps you safe and comfortable on the McAllen roads, so it’s important to look at what the Ford F-150 and RAM 1500 offer in terms of safety features. Both trucks come with robust safety suits, but the RAM 1500 pulls ahead with a few extra features and upgraded technology that isn’t available on its Ford counterpart. Here’s what you’ll get from each truck:

RAM 1500 

  • Uconnect® 5C System with 12-Inch Touchscreen
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist
  • Rear Cross Path and Trailer Detection
  • Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking (FWC)
  • Pedestrian Emergency Braking

Ford F-150

  • Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Pre-Collision Braking

Find Your Next Pickup Truck at Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 

If you’re still deciding between the F-150 or RAM 1500, why not see how the RAM 1500 handles on the South Padre Island roads for yourself? Contact our office to see what we have available, then head to our dealership to set up a test drive. We’ll take care of everything and get you behind the wheel in no time. You can also contact us or check out our model research hub to learn more about the RAM 1500 and the other vehicles in our current lineup.

Both the 2022 RAM 1500 and Ford F-150 trucks are state-of-the-art vehicles with some of the most impressive performance specs on the market. Regardless of which option you choose, you are likely to enjoy an enhanced driving experience whenever you maneuver through Harlingen roads. But which of these heavy-duty trucks are better for you?

Many of our customers often get stuck choosing between the RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150, for good reason. However, we at Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram believe that the RAM 1500 provides you so much more.

Use this guide to learn more about the pros and cons of both of these vehicles, and then you can decide for yourself if the Ford F-150 or the RAM 1500 is the better option. We assure you that the RAM 1500 is the better idea, so apply for financing with our finance center as soon as possible.

2022 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Performance Specs

Whether you go with the Ford F-150 or RAM 1500, one of the most important things to consider is the performance capabilities. But which of these trucks provides you with the best performance? Ultimately, the RAM 1500 outmatches the F-150 when it comes to engine power and towing ability. See for yourself and compare the RAM 1500 and Ford F-150 today:

RAM 1500

  • 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • 410 lb-ft of torque
  • 395 Horsepower
  • Towing Capacity: 12,750 lbs
  • And More!

Ford F-150

  • 570 lb-ft of torque
  • 430 Horsepower
  • Towing Capacity: 12,700 lbs
  • 10-Speed Automatic Transmission

2022 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Safety Features and Auto Tech

See how the interior features and technology compare between the 2022 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 below:

RAM 1500

  • Rear Cross Path and Trailer Detection
  • Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking (FWC)
  • Pedestrian Emergency Braking
  • Uconnect® 5C System with 12-Inch Touchscreen
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • LaneSense® Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist

Ford F-150

  • Rear View Camera with Dynamic Hitch Assist
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Pre-Collision Braking
  • And more!

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Engine Capabilities

When it comes to engine options, the 2021 RAM 1500 offers drivers in McAllen four engine options to choose from, while the 2021 Ford F-150 will give you five. To compare, here’s a handy guide for the standard, diesel, and top of the line engine options for each of these two trucks:

RAM 1500 Engine Specs

  • Top Engine: 5.7L HEMI® V8 eTorque with 395 hp and 410 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*
  • Standard: 3.6L PENTASTAR® V6 eTorque with 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque

Ford F-150 Engine Specs

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

RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150: Towing Capacity

Ford F-150 vs. RAM 1500 V8 Towing Capacity

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

Ford F-150 vs. RAM 1500 V6 Towing Capacity

  • Ford F-150 – 14,000 pounds with the V6. Its diesel engine tows 11,500 pounds
  • RAM 1500 – 12,560 pounds with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel® V6

Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Has the RAM Truck Deals

Get a truck from the right place. Come to Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, the place with friendly sales staff, vast selection, and convenient in-house financing. Our experts would be happy to help you find the RAM truck that perfectly suits your needs, such as a RAM 1500 EcoDiesel. Contact us today to get started!  Now that you are ready for towing learn more about the difference between the RAM Crew Cab vs. Quad Cab.

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