2025 Ford F-150 vs. 2025 Ram 1500

A Ford F-150 drifting on a dirt road leaving dust behind

The battle for pickup truck supremacy continues between the 2025 Ford F-150 and the 2025 Ram 1500. Ford offers legendary toughness while Ram focuses on comfort. Our team at Jim Burke Ford compares these two trucks to help you decide which one belongs in your garage.

Overview of Each Vehicle

The Ford F-150 isn’t merely popular — it’s an American institution. For 47 consecutive years, it’s been the top-selling truck in the United States. But F-150 sales decreased slightly in 2024, and for the first time in nearly five decades, was surpassed by the Toyota RAV4 as the Unites States’ best-selling vehicle. Still, with an impressive rating of 9.5/10 from U.S. News and a second-place ranking among full-size pickups, the F-150 remains a significant contender.

Although the Ram 1500 takes a different approach, focusing on comfort and luxury that can rival some sedans, a sophisticated interior doesn’t necessarily guarantee sales success. Ram truck sales have decreased compared to the same period last year. The 2025 F-150 is available in eight trims, starting at $38,810 while the Ram 1500 offers 10 models with a starting MSRP of $40,275 for the base option.

Performance and Powertrains

Ford offers various engine options. The 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6 generates 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque and can tow 8,400 pounds. The 5.0-liter V-8 delivers 400 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque, and a 12,900-pound towing capacity. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 produces 400 horsepower, 500 lb-ft of torque, and a class-leading 13,500-pound towing capacity.

Ford’s PowerBoost hybrid pairs a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 with an electric motor for a total output of 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque. This engine can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds while offering a 704-mile range and fuel efficiency of 22 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and 23 mpg combined.

The Ram 1500 also offers several engine choices. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with eTorque produces 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque while the Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0-liter generates 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque and offers a towing capacity of 11,550 pounds. The high-output Hurricane produces 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft of torque. Although the Ram 1500 offers a faster 0-to-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds compared to the F-150’s 5 seconds, Ford’s 2,445-pound payload and 13,500-pound towing capacity surpasses Ram’s 2,370 pounds and 11,560 pounds.

Interior Features

Both the Ram 1500 and F-150 offer generous front and rear headroom, legroom, and shoulder room. All the 2025 F-150 trims have a 12-inch digital cluster and 12-inch touch screen with SYNC 4, as well as wireless charging and an optional Bang & Olufsen audio system. Ford’s Pro Power Onboard provides 7.2 kW for work sites, while BlueCruise enables hands-free driving on compatible highways.

Ram’s Uconnect 5 offers 8.4-inch, 12-inch, or 14.4-inch screens depending on the trim, as well as a choice between six- to 23-speaker audio systems. The Tungsten trim features 24-way power-adjustable seats with massaging functionality and a 14.5-inch touch screen — options unavailable in the F-150.

Design and Durability

Ford offers three bed lengths: 5.5 feet — 52.8 cubic feet, 6.5 feet — 62.3 cubic feet, and 8 feet — 77.4 cubic feet. Ram provides two bed options: 5-foot-7-inches or 6-foot-4-inches. Ford’s advantage lies in its military-grade aluminum construction, which incorporates more than 10 alloy variations, reducing the vehicle’s weight by 700 pounds while offering corrosion better corrosion resistance than steel. Ram uses traditional steel.

Pricing and Trim Levels

The 2025 Ford F-150’s eight trims are available at the following MSRPs:

The Ram 1500 offers 10 models at the following MSRPs:

Safety Ratings and Features

Ford edges out Ram in safety scores, with the F-150 earning a 9.2/10 from U.S. News compared to the Ram 1500’s 8.1/10. Although the F-150 received a five-star overall crash rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it earned a Poor rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s moderate overlap front test, disqualifying it for the 2025 Top Safety Pick recognition.

The F-150 is equipped with Ford’s Co-Pilot360 suit of safety features, including automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high-beam headlights, lane-keep assist, and a backup camera with dynamic hitch assist that simplifies hooking up trailers. The Ram 1500 also offers several advanced safety technologies such as standard active lane management, automatic high-beam headlights, pedestrian emergency braking, blind-spot detection, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability. Both trucks offer premium options such as hands-free highway driving systems and 360-degree cameras. Regarding warranties, both Ford and Ram offer three-year/36,000-mile basic coverage and five-year/60,000-mile powertrain protection.

Which Truck Delivers the Best Value for Your Needs?

Although both trucks offer unique strengths, the Ford F-150 offers more engine options, a higher towing capacity, and lower MSRPs than the Ram 1500 across all trims. If you’re in Bakersfield, California, visit Jim Burke Ford to experience the latest F-150 firsthand. Contact us today to explore the 2025 F-150 lineup and schedule a test-drive. Our team will explain your financing options and answer any questions you may have.