Drivers in and around the Morehead City, NC area love their pickup trucks, but choosing between American pickup trucks can be difficult for experienced truck owners and first-time buyers. There's one way to eliminate all doubt: compare the 2016 Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 side-by-side to learn which pickup truck is truly the better option for you.

2016 Ram 1500 vs. 2016 Ford F-150: Engine & Performance
The new 2016 Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 both provide V6 engines, but that's where the performance similarities end. The distinct differences between the Ram 1500 and the F-150 in performance aspects such as power, transmission and efficiency are compared below:

 2016 Ram 1500
 Pickup Truck Model
 2016 Ford F-150
 3.6L V6 Engine
 Engine 3.5L V6 Engine
 305 HP
 Horsepower 282 HP
 269 lb - ft Torque 253 lb - ft
 650 miles
 Maximum Fuel Range
 575 miles
 8-speed shiftable automatic
 Available Transmission
 6-speed shiftable automatic
 *For comparison purposes, the 2016 Ram 1500 SLT edition with a regular cab and a 6' box is contrasted with a Ford F-150 XLT with a regular cab and a 6.5' box.


2016 Ram 1500 vs. 2016 Ford F-150: Capability
When it comes to capability, the new 2016 Ram 1500 is able to offer more to drivers than the new Ford F-150. Whether you're looking to tow a boat or haul a load to a jobsite, the Ram 1500 is built to get the job done.
  • The new 2016 Ram 1500 is able to tow up to 9,360 lbs., while the Ford F-150 comes up a little short with a 9,100 lbs. towing capacity
  • The Ram 1500 comes with a Trailer Tow with a 4-Pin Connector Wiring included
  • Both models provide a 3-year/36,000 mile basic warranty, with a 5-year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty, but the Ram comes with roadside assistance for 100,000 miles


2016 Ram 1500 vs. 2016 Ford F-150: Value & Pricing
Often, one of the first things people will look at is price. They need to know they can afford a vehicle before they will go any further considering it. The price for the base model of both the Ram and the Ford is very similar and quite affordable! The base MSRP for the Ram 1500 starts at $26,145**, while the F-150 base MSRP starts at $26,428**. Both trucks have multiple trim levels and options to meet your needs. The Ram 1500 offers 14 different trims that top out at the Limited trim with a starting MSRP of $50,675**. In contrast, Ford only offers the F-150 in 6 major trims. The F-150 also tops out with a Limited trim with a starting MSRP of $58,770**. With so many trims in a variety of price ranges, its hard to argue against the Ram 1500 in this category.
**MSRP excludes taxes, destination charges, optional equipment, registration and dealer charges.


 

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