Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Ford F-150. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,362 | 1,154 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 19 and 7 | 41 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 45,000 miles | 31,000 miles |
| Recalls | 29 | 15 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 26 | 22 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,700 | $3,700 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,362 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 1,154 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: 29 for the Ford F-150, 15 for the Ram 1500.