Looking for a new full-size pickup to take you everywhere from the office to the grocery store to your next off-road, heavy-duty hauling job? The 2020 Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 are two pickup trucks that are up to the challenge, offering lots of muscle in an attractive package. But how do you know which one is better suited for your Belle Fourche, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City drive?
This 2020 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 comparison from the team at Liberty Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT will help you better understand what each pickup has to offer, so you can choose the right one for you. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us to speak with an expert.
Overview: Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150
The Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 both come with standard rear-wheel drive and offer optional 4-wheel drive. The base Ram 1500 has an EPA-estimated fuel efficiency rating of 20 city/25 highway MPG, while the base Ford F-150 achieves an EPA-estimated 19 city/25 highway MPG.Â
Both trucks offer a selection of bed sizes, offering a maximum of eight feet. Most trims of the Ram 1500 are available with the RamBox® Cargo Management System that's built into the bed rails and allows you to store all your necessary equipment, such as hitches and tie-down straps, or even your weekly groceries. With the right equipment package, these boxes can even be locked and unlocked via remote.
A Tailgate Tailored to Your Needs
The RamBox® Cargo Management System is just the beginning. The Ram 1500 offers another cargo convenience you won't find in the Ford F-150: an available multifunction tailgate. Its 60/40-split doors swing open to the sides, opening at up to an 88-degree angle. You can also latch and lower them like a traditional tailgate if you prefer. Â
What makes this multifunction tailgate so convenient? Unlike the tailgate in the Ford F-150, it lets you load and unload cargo directly into the truck bed without leaning over the tailgate to do so. When you have bulky items to load, you'll find you can do it so much easier.
Plus, when you have a trailer in tow, the Ram 1500's tailgate doors are designed to swing open without entering the path of the trailer. You'll have easy access whenever you need it.
Interior Features: Ram vs Ford
The 2020 Ram 1500 offers six trim levels to choose from, while the Ford F-150 offers a similar number. Both trucks are available in three different cab styles, so you can choose anywhere from two to six seats.
Rather than a shift knob, the Ram 1500 is equipped with a modern, clean rotary knob on the instrument panel that's used to shift gears-clearing up lots of free space between the front seats for storage. This vehicle has been praised for its number of small-item storage spaces within the cabin.
Since its major redesign, the 2020 Ram 1500 looks sleeker than ever. Choose the Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn, and you'll find a 2-tone Mountain Brown and Light Mountain Brown leather pattern. It comes complete with an elegant filigree pattern along the seat edges-a flourish you won't find in the Ford F-150.
Shoppers will appreciate the available dual-pane panoramic sunroofs available on both the Ram and the Ford trucks. Slide them open and let some fresh air and natural light into the cabin! You'll feel refreshed and ready to take on the journey ahead.
Truck Safety Features
The 2020 Ram 1500 and the 2020 Ford F-150 share a commitment to your safety on the road. Both include a host of driver-assist features to boost your awareness of traffic around you. These available features can even help you respond to adverse situations, and they include:
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Path and Trailer Detection
- Lane Departure Warning Plus
Safety ratings are important, too. The Ram 1500 has earned a 2020TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the IIHS-the highest honor the organization offers for its safety tests. While the Ford F-150 scored well on individual tests, it failed to earn the same high distinction.
Technology Features
Both the Ram 1500 and the Ford F-150 are equipped with a standard infotainment system, which is rare for a pickup. The Ram 1500 model's Uconnect® system offers 5- or 8.4-inch touchscreen displays, and the F-150 is available with 4.2- or 8-inch displays.Â
However, the Ram 1500 has a third option: a 12-inch touchscreen. It sits in portrait mode and offers an exciting way to see your maps and navigational directions! Experience it all in crisp, clear detail with intuitive menus and controls.
Both trucks have standard Bluetooth® connectivity for your phone as well as a standard USB port, so you can easily charge your devices. Both trucks have plenty of physical buttons that make it easy to control common functions while driving if you don't want to fiddle with a touchscreen.
Want to treat yourself to a concert-like experience? You'll love that both the Ram and the Ford trucks make premium sound systems available. The F-150's system offers 10 speakers and up to 750 watts of amplified power. However, the Harman Kardon® Premium Sound System in the Ram 1500 offers even more: a resounding 19 speakers and 900 watts of power.
Give It a Test
Now that you have all the information you need to decide, you're ready to roll. Our team at Liberty Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT thinks our customers will love the Ram 1500 model's large infotainment system screen, great fuel efficiency, and intuitive storage features.
Contact us today to schedule a test drive, and soon you'll be driving around Rapid City, Belle Fourche, and Sioux Falls in your brand-new pickup!