Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 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) | 1,857 | 1,207 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 54 and 25 | 110 and 20 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 50,000 miles | 36,000 miles |
| Recalls | 17 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,857 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 1,207 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: 17 for the Ford F-150, 13 for the Ram 1500.