2019 Ram 1500 vs. 2019 Ford F-150

Comparing the 2019 Ram 1500 vs. 2019 Ford F-150 is bound to happen when you’re shopping for a powerful and capable truck around Dayton. We’ve weighed performance, towing, and features of these two trucks so you can decide for yourself which one to drive home: 2019 Ram 1500 or Ford F-150 below!

F-150 vs. Ram 1500: Performance & Fuel-Efficiency

Both trucks have V6 and V8 engines available, both with smooth-shifting transmissions. It’s probably best to just see the specs for yourself:

• F-150 Engines: The Ford offers six engines, ranging from the 250-hp 3.0L turbo-diesel to a 395-hp 5.0L V8.
• Ram 1500 Engines: The Ram 1500 has a standard 305-hp 3.6L V6 engine, upgradeable to a 395-hp 5.7L V8 with best-in-class V8 towing.
• Transmissions: The F-150 is standard with a 6-speed automatic while the Ram 1500 has an 8-speed automatic.
• Fuel Economy Ratings: The F-150 is rated at up to 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway; the Ram 1500 hits 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

F-150 or Ram 1500: Towing

The 2019 Ram 1500 boasts best-in-class V8 towing.

• The Ram 1500 can tow up to 12,750 pounds with the 5.7L HEMI V8
• The F-150’s V8 engine tows just 11,600 pounds.

F-150 or Ram 1500: Features

The 2019 Ram 1500 base model simply gives drivers more features than the F-150. The following are standard on the Ram but are either unavailable or require an upgrade on the F-150:

• Infotainment system with six-speaker stereo
• USB ports
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Voice recognition
• One-touch up driver and passenger windows
• Power rear windows
• Adjustable rear seat head restraints
• Cruise control
• Proximity key

Shop Ram 1500 Trim Levels at New Carlisle Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Though the Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 are both trucks, their similarities mostly end there. Now that you’ve seen how the 2019 Ram 1500 vs. 2019 Ford F-150 bout shakes out, check out how it compares to the 2019 Ram 2500, and then let us show you what the Ram feels like from the driver’s seat or break down the RAM 1500 gas mileage. Schedule a test drive near Dayton at New Carlisle Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, and don’t forget to explore our current offers to save on your next truck. For even more comparisons, see how the Chrysler Pacifica stacks up against the Toyota Sienna and the Honda Odyssey. And before you go, take a look at our expert advice on how to reset a vehicle’s check engine light.