Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Ford F-150. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,282 | 1,997 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 73 and 24 | 113 and 88 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 50,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 17 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 21 and 29 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,282 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 1,997 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: 13 for the Ford F-150, 17 for the Ram 1500.