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Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150

The Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 are the two best-selling full-size trucks, and they are closely matched. The short answer: the F-150 leads on maximum towing and offers a hybrid, while the Ram counters with the returning HEMI V8, a wider engine range, and a smoother ride. Here is how they compare.

Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Ram 1500 Ford F-150
Starting MSRP About $40,500 About $40,085
Engines V6, Hurricane I6, 5.7L HEMI V8 V6s, 5.0L V8, hybrid
Top power 540 hp (Hurricane HO) 430 hp (PowerBoost hybrid)
Max towing Up to 11,610 lbs Up to 13,500 lbs
Hybrid option No Yes (PowerBoost)
Ride and cabin Class comfort leader Capable, tech-rich

By the numbers

Specification Ram 1500 Ford F-150
Starting MSRP About $40,500 About $40,085
Max towing Up to 11,610 lbs Up to 13,500 lbs
Top horsepower 540 (Hurricane HO) 430 (hybrid)
Hybrid option No Yes

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Engines and towing

The F-150 offers up to 13,500 pounds of towing, ahead of the Ram’s 11,610, and adds a PowerBoost hybrid. The Ram answers with a wider engine range for 2026, including the returning HEMI V8 and a 540-horsepower Hurricane High Output.

Ride and interior

The Ram 1500 is the class comfort leader, with a coil-spring rear and available air suspension. The F-150 is highly capable with a tech-rich cabin and features like its available onboard generator.

Price and value

The two start within a few hundred dollars of each other, around $40,000. Engine and trim choices move the final price more than the base sticker does.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the F-150 for maximum towing and a hybrid option. Choose the Ram 1500 for the returning HEMI V8, a wider engine range, and a smoother ride. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Ram 1500 can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150 FAQ

Is the Ram 1500 better than the Ford F-150?
It depends. The Ram offers the returning HEMI V8, a wider engine range, and a smoother ride. The F-150 leads on maximum towing and offers a hybrid.
Which tows more?
The F-150, at up to 13,500 pounds versus up to 11,610 for the Ram 1500.
Does the Ram or F-150 have a hybrid?
The F-150 offers a PowerBoost full hybrid. The Ram 1500 does not offer a hybrid, but its V6 and Hurricane six use eTorque mild-hybrid assist.
Does the Ram 1500 have a V8?
Yes, the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 returns for 2026. The F-150 offers a 5.0-liter V8.
Which rides better?
The Ram 1500, which is widely regarded as the class ride-and-comfort leader.
Which should I buy?
For towing and a hybrid, the F-150. For a V8, engine choice, and ride comfort, the Ram 1500. We can arrange a Ram 1500 test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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