Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 3,976 | 1,616 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 103 and 48 | 108 and 15 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 72,000 miles | 60,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 11 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 23 | 18 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 3,976 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 1,616 for the Ram 1500. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford F-150, 11 for the Ram 1500.