2021 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150

Looking for a truck that’s up to the toughest Grand Island jobs? Compare the 2021 RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 to see which of the two is up to the task. Learn more from Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and see why you can’t go wrong with the 2021 RAM 1500. 

F-150 or RAM 1500: Engine Specifications

There are four engine options for the 2021 RAM 1500 and five for the 2021 Ford F-150. Take a look at the standard, diesel, and top engine options for each model below, but notice that you don’t have to spring for the highest trim level on the RAM 1500 to get more power on Hastings roads:

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

F-150 or RAM 1500: Towing Capability

If you’re opting for a powerful V8 engine, then the RAM 1500 is going to be able to handle tougher Lexington hauls than the Ford F-150. Compare the RAM 1500 vs. Ford F-150 towing capacities below: 

Ford F-150 vs. RAM 1500 V8 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

The RAM 1500 also comes with the RAMBOX® cargo management system lockable storage container and the multifunction tailgate. That tailgate swings open like a car door, making loading and unloading easier. 

F-150 or RAM 1500: Features

There are many features that are standard on the RAM 1500, and only available on the Ford F-150 if you upgrade. They include: 

• 8.4-inch or 12.0-inch touchscreen 
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto
• Bluetooth® and voice recognition
• Six-speaker sound system
• USB ports
• Overhead console
• Remote keyless entry
• Heated side mirrors

There are also safety features that have helped the RAM 1500 earn its Top Safety Pick+ designation. A designation the Ford F-150 doesn’t have: 

• LED brake lights: Available in RAM 1500 base trim, available on higher F-150 trims
• Blind-spot monitoring: Available in RAM 1500 base trim, available on higher F-150 trims

Find a 2021 RAM 1500 for Sale at Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Need more help deciding whether the RAM 1500 or Ford F-150 is the right truck for you? Come to our dealership in Kearney and take a RAM 1500 for a test drive. Just contact us, and we’ll arrange one for you. Then our finance center can help you make a plan to lease or finance your new RAM truck. 

Disclaimers: 

*Class based on Light-Duty pickups.