Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 929 | 926 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 6 | 36 and 13 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 34,000 miles | 22,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 29 | 22 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,000 | $3,700 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 929 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 926 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: 11 for the Ford F-150, 14 for the Ram 1500.