Models from Ford’s F Series are the bestselling American vehicles in history, on the other hand RAM is popular enough and in last few years it received some really nice new features and styling, so it is more than able to compete with the legendary Ford Fs. Since both 2016 RAM 1500 and 2016 Ford F150 come to the same segment and with more than impressive features we need to compare them so it would be easier for people to decide which one is better.
These pickups can also be compared when it comes to both features and popularity with GM’s GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado. This is going to the interesting comparison due to the fact that these two highly competitive vehicles represent Mustang and Challenger of the truck world. We present you 2016 RAM 1500 vs 2016 Ford F150 comparison.
2016 Ford F150
Specs
When it comes to exterior last year brought some significant changes to the F150, and the most important one being the introduction of aluminum construction. Of course this truck still comes with decent amount of steel but the new aluminum frame inserts and body panels lower its weight for about 700 pounds. As a result we have better fuel economy, performances and handling. On the other hand when it comes to styling the new model didn’t brought anything revolutionary yet it is modern and great looking truck.
2016 RAM 1500 Vs 2016 Ford F150 Comparison
For RAM pickups, exterior styling is the key. It comes with almost luxury looking exterior, including one of the best grilles we’ve ever seen that comes with numerous different textures and schemes and each version has its own name. This allows buyers to get at least slightly different models. On top of this we need to mention that 2016 RAM 1500 is a successor to models that won many rewards for best trucks which means that we do expect a lot from this model.
2016 RAM 1500 Interior
Interior styling became the number one feature of the modern pickup trucks. But the 2016 RAM 1500 and 2016 Ford F150 interior’s doesn’t come with too many changes for the 2016 model year. In Ford we have new air vents for the air conditioning which are now placed on the central console, improved leather upholstery and some more wood accents in the higher trim levels. RAM on the other hand comes with completely new interior styling, it has redesigned central stack with more space and rotary controls. Highest trim level for this truck is the famous Laramie Longhorn, this baby comes with some finest wood trim we’ve ever seen and definitely the leading interior styling when it comes to pick up class.
Ford F150 Vs RAM 1500
Engines are similar but not the same. RAM comes with 3.6 liter v6 base unit which is able to produce 305 horsepower and 269 pound feet of torque. This is the only truck on the American market that comes with diesel engine in its engine line up. Ford comes with base engine that has the same capacity like the one seen in RAM truck, but it also comes with significantly lower output of 283 horsepower and 255 pound feet of torque. Since it comes with the new aluminum light weight chassis its fuel efficiency vastly improved and now it is much better option than the RAM when it comes to this segment. Maximum speed also improved, but towing and hauling capacity stayed the same.
Engine
Other engine options for 2016 Ford F150 include 2.7 liter EcoBoost V6 unit with 325 hp and 375 lb-ft of torque, 3.5 liter V6 EcoBoost that is capable of delivering 365 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque. Top of the line is the 5.0 liter V8 powerplant with power delivery of 385 hp and 387 lb-ft of torque. For the 2016 RAM 1500 we are getting with 3.0 liter V6 turbocharged diesel unit with 240 hp and impressive 420 lb-ft of torque. Top of the line is the 5.7 liter V8 that pumps out 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque.
2016 Ford F150 Interior
Price
When it comes to pricing F150 is a little bit more expensive at $26,100 than the base version RAM that is priced at $25,650, while Laramie Longhorn is a little bit more expensive than the exclusive King’s Ranch trim level. To conclude the 2016 RAM 1500 vs 2016 Ford F150 comparison, we think that for people who want to show off first model is definitely much better choice, but for people who care about their carbon footprint and fuel efficiency in general second model is the best truck they can find.
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