Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Ford F-150. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,956 | 2,433 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 57 and 27 | 151 and 38 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 65,000 miles | 60,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 16 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 23 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $4,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,956 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 2,433 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: 8 for the Ford F-150, 16 for the Ram 1500.