2025 Ram 1500 vs. 2025 Ford F-150

The 2025 Ram 1500 and 2025 Ford F-150 are two giants in the full-size pickup market with die-hard fans. With the Ram getting a fresh update for 2025 and the Ford getting one in 2024, it’s perfect timing for a side-by-side look. In this comparison of the Ford F-150 versus Ram 1500, our team at Chris Nikel Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT (CJDRF) in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, explores how these trucks differ when it comes to looks, power, features, and bang for your buck. Let’s discover whether the Ford F-150 or Ram 1500 is the truck for you.

Style and Functionality

The 2025 Ram 1500 sports a bold new look with an aggressive front grille, flowing aerodynamic lines, and high-end lighting. These aren’t just pretty touches — they serve real purposes. Take the active grille shutters that adjust automatically to improve airflow and save fuel, proving good looks and smart function can go hand-in-hand.

The Ford F-150 had an external refresh in 2024 but stays true to its roots — tough, practical, and ready to work. Ford built this truck to blend power with appearance, targeting buyers who want proven reliability over dramatic styling. Both offer various cab and bed setups to fit different needs.

Trim Levels

Ram packed 10 different trim levels into the 2025 lineup, giving you tons of options. From lowest to highest price these are the Tradesman, Tradesman HFE, Big Horn, Warlock, Laramie, Rebel, RHO, Limited, Limited Longhorn, and Tungsten. The base Tradesman has a starting MSRP of $40,275, while the top range Tungsten starts at $87,320. The Warlock, RHO, and Tungsten are fresh additions for 2025 (Ram retired the TRX). This wide range covers everything from basic work trucks to luxury rides.

Ford keeps it simpler with eight trim options: the XL, STX, XLT, LARIAT, TREMOR, King Ranch, Platinum, and Raptor. Prices start at $38,810 for the XL and jump to $79,005 for the top-of-the-line Raptor. Ford’s lineup might be smaller, but it still hits all the key points from work-ready to luxury to off-road monster.

It’s worth noting that U.S. News & World Report ranked the 2025 Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 tied at #1 in the full-size pickup trucks category. Both clearly know what they’re doing, just with different approaches.

Performance and Efficiency

The 2025 Ram 1500 has three engine choices, making it super adaptable whether you’re towing, hauling, or just cruising. A muscular 3.0-liter high-output Hurricane I-6 engine pumping out 540 horsepower and 521 lb-ft of torque headlines the engine lineup. This powerhouse lets you tow 9,920 pounds — plenty for most weekend warriors and work crews. Fuel-wise, the standard V-6 with rear-wheel drive hits a respectable 20 city/25 highway/22 combined mpg, which isn’t bad for something this capable.

Ford starts with a 2.7-liter turbo four-cylinder making 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Less powerful on paper than Ram’s big gun, but Ford gives you six engine options. The wildest is a 5.2-liter V-8 that comes on the Raptor R model and pumps out 720 horsepower.

Looking at gas mileage, the base F-150 gets 19 city/25 highway mpg, almost neck-and-neck with the base Ram. But Ford also offers a hybrid F-150 hitting 22 city/24 highway mpg — great if you’re watching your fuel budget. However, the Raptor R is heavy on fuel with only 10 city/15 highway mpg. Both trucks let you balance power versus fuel efficiency based on what matters most to you.

Safety and Reliability

Safety features abound in both these trucks. Ram stuffed over 100 standard and available safety and security features into the 1500. Ford matches this commitment with its own array of protection tech. Both vehicles come with automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control to keep you and your passengers safer.

Both trucks get great safety ratings with the 2025 F-150 earning a five-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). While the NHTSA hasn’t rated the 2025 Ram 1500 yet, it gave the 2024 model a five-star overall rating.

Comparing the Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 reliability scores, Ram pulls ahead. J.D. Power gave the 2025 Ram 1500 an impressive 89 out of 100 for predicted reliability. The most recent reliability rating for the F-150 was in 2023 when it scored 78 out of 100. Both trucks back you up with identical warranty protection: three-year/36,000-mile basic coverage and five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. You’ll sleep well either way, but the Ram might give you fewer headaches long term.

Towing, Off-Roading, and Cargo

Ford wins the towing battle with the F-150 pulling up to 13,500 pounds when properly outfitted. That’s serious hauling muscle if you regularly tow heavy loads. Ram isn’t far behind — with the 3.0-liter Hurricane engine, the 1500 can tug 11,550 pounds. For most people, either truck offers plenty of pulling power.

If you’re an off-road fan there are great options from both brands. The F-150 TREMOR sits 9.4 inches off the ground with approach and departure angles of 27.6 and 24.3 degrees. It rides on 33-inch all-terrain tires with beefed-up suspension, a locking rear differential, and transfer case. Ram’s Rebel counters with 10.7 inches of clearance and 23.3/22.8-degree approach/departure angles. The Rebel’s optional air suspension can adjust height by 1.8 inches — handy when the trail gets nasty.

Each truck brings clever cargo solutions too. Ram’s RamBox system gives you lockable storage built right into the bed walls. Ford offers Pro Power Onboard, turning your truck into a generator for tools, camping gear, or tailgate parties. Your choice depends on what you value more: secure storage or portable power.

Infotainment Systems

Tech features matter in modern trucks, and both brands deliver. Every F-150 trim comes with a 12-inch touch screen standard. Ford’s SYNC 4 system has great voice recognition — just ask and the truck responds, keeping your hands on the wheel where they belong.

Ram offers an even bigger 14.5-inch center touch screen on higher trims. The Uconnect 5 system is quick and easy to figure out. Music lovers will drool over the Ram 1500 Tungsten’s 23-speaker Klipsch sound system — the most speakers you’ll find in any light-duty pickup.

Both trucks have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so your phone links up without hunting for cables. Whether you prefer Ford’s consistent tech across all models or Ram’s bigger screen and audiophile sound options, you’ll stay connected on the road.

Schedule a Test-Drive of a Ram 1500 Today at Chris Nikel CJDRF

While the F-150 has strong points with its engine variety, stronger towing capacity, and handy Pro Power Onboard system, the Ram 1500 wins our comparison. With its fresh redesign, greater trim variety, top-notch reliability ratings, larger available screen, and jaw-dropping 23-speaker audio system, it’s a great choice.

Want to see if the 2025 Ram 1500 is your perfect truck match? Stop by our Chris Nikel CJDRF dealership in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, to check it out in person. One test-drive might just make your decision a whole lot easier.

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