Ford F-150 vs Ram 1500
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 72 MPG combined, against 23 MPG for the Ram 1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 177 | 689 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 6 | 14 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 14 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 72 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 79 and 65 | 20 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,050 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 177 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 689 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: 14 for the Ford F-150, 8 for the Ram 1500.