Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150
2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150® Comparison | Bainbridge, GA
The Ram 1500 and Ford F-150® are two formidable and capable pickup trucks that have helped lead the way on power, style, and innovation. Each offers a myriad of desirable features, ranging from multiple engine options to luxurious interior upgrades — so, what are the differences? Our team at RiverBend Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram put together the following 2023 Ram 1500 vs. 2023 Ford F-150 guide to help with your research. Find more details about the Ram 1500 on our review page.
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2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Interior Features
Expert craftsmanship is apparent throughout the cabins of the 2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ford F-150. They share many similarities, such as upholstery options, climate-controlled front seats, and a large 12-inch digital driver information display. The F-150 has a traditional stick gear shift situated in the center console, whereas the Ram 1500 frees up that center console space by utilizing a rotary gear shift mounted on the lower dashboard. Both have a manual or auto-dimming rear view mirror, but only the Ram 1500 has an available fully digital rear view mirror that offers a real-time video stream from the rear camera.
Some available 2023 Ram 1500 interior features include:
- Single-zone manual or dual-zone automatic temperature control
- 12-in. driver information display
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Uconnect® with 5-, 8.4-, or 12-in. touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® compatibility
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- GPS navigation
- Wireless charging
- Harman Kardon® 19-speaker premium audio system
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2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Engine Specs & Performance
The choice is yours when it comes to performance level on the 2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ford F-150. Both trucks offer multiple engine options. All Ram 1500 engines come with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while all Ford F-150 trims come with a ten-speed automatic transmission. You’ll be able to choose between 4x2 and 4x4 drive systems for both pickups. However, only the 2023 Ram 1500 offers a diesel engine that’s perfect for frequent long drives or heavy loads.
Learn more about the engine options in the accompanying tables.
2023 Ram 1500 Engine Options
3.6L Pentastar® V6
Horsepower: 305 HP
Torque: 273 lb.-ft.
5.7L HEMI® V8
Horsepower: 395 HP
Torque: 410 lb.-ft.
3.0L EcoDiesel V6
Horsepower: 260 HP
Torque: 480 lb.-ft.
Supercharged 6.2L HEMI SRT® V8
Horsepower: 702 HP
Torque: 650 lb.-ft.
2023 Ford F-150 Engine Options
3.3L V6
Horsepower: 290 HP
Torque: 265 lb.-ft.
2.7L V6
Horsepower: 325 HP
Torque: 400 lb.-ft.
3.5L V6
Horsepower: 400 HP
Torque: 500 lb.-ft.
5.0L V8
Horsepower: 400 HP
Torque: 410 lb.-ft.
3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6
Horsepower: 430 HP
Torque: 570 lb.-ft.
3.5L twin-turbo high-output V6
Horsepower: 450 HP
Torque: 510 lb.-ft.
5.2L Supercharged V8
Horsepower: 700 HP
Torque: 625 lb.-ft.
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2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Towing Capacity
The maximum towing capacity of the 2023 Ram 1500 is 12,750 pounds. The 2023 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 14,000 pounds.
2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Bed Size & Cab Options
The 2023 Ram 1500 is available with two cab options and two bed options. Additionally, some models are available with the class-exclusive RamBox® cargo management system that provides a lockable, drainable storage bin mounted to the bed.
- Quad cab with 6-ft. 4-in. bed
- Crew cab with 5-ft. 7-in. bed
- Crew cab with 6-ft. 4-in. bed
The 2023 Ford F-150 is available with three cab options and three bed options.
- Regular cab with 6-ft. 5-in. or 8-ft. bed
- Super cab with 6-ft. 5-in. or 8-ft. bed
- SuperCrew® with 5-ft. 5-in. or 6-ft. 5-in. bed
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2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Safety & Driver Assistance Technology
Whether you use your truck for work, play, or everything in between, it’s important to stay safe — that’s why Ram and Ford both equip their respective trucks with a plethora of safety and security features to help protect you on the road. Both models also offer a number of driver assistance technologies that keep you alert of common traffic situations and help prevent accidents. The Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 share many available protective features, such as a lane keeping system, blind-spot and cross-path detection, and adaptive cruise control.
Additional available 2023 Ram 1500 safety features include:
- Head-up display
- Trailer sway damping
- Full-speed forward-collision warning plus
- ParkSense® front and rear sensors
- Parallel and perpendicular park assist with stop
- Forward collision warning with active braking
- ParkView® rear camera or 360-degree surround view camera
- 360-degree trailer surround view camera
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2023 Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 Price
The 2023 Ram 1500 has a starting MSRP of $37,410, and the 2023 Ford F-150 starts at $33,695 MSRP.
May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
Max payload/towing estimate ratings shown. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload/towing weights. See dealer for details.