Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 70 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Ram 1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 833 | 1,076 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 35 and 13 | 39 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 27,000 miles | 29,000 miles |
| Recalls | 23 | 16 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 70 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City and highway | 78 and 63 | 22 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,100 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 833 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 1,076 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: 23 for the Ford F-150, 16 for the Ram 1500.