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Skim through lists of the best-selling pickup trucks during any given year, and you'll see the Ford F-150 at the top. The F-150 has been the top-selling pickup truck in the U.S. for almost 50 years. But when you look under the F-150 on these lists, you'll notice the Ram 1500 won't be far behind. The extra-powerful pickup typically lands at No. 2 or 3 on these lists. If you're in the market for a pickup truck, the 2024 Ford F-150 and the 2024 Ram 1500 will be two of the most appealing options. Make sure you consider each before deciding which one you want more. To help you choose the 2024 Ford F-150 or 2024 Ram 1500, we've pitted them against one another below. See how they stack up and then arrange to take the winner for a test drive. more Search New Inventory Search New F-150 Inventory Call Us Today! Trims Whether you go with a 2024 Ford F-150 or a 2024 Ram 1500, you'll have your choice of trims with both options. Those interested in a 2024 F-150 can pick from these trims: XL. STX. XLT. Tremor. Lariat. King Ranch. Platinum. Raptor. The XL is the most basic of the bunch, as it's designed to be a work truck without too many extras. But even if you go with this trim, you'll be treated to a twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6 engine capable of producing up to 325 horsepower. You may, however, want to upgrade to a higher trim depending on how you'll use the 2024 F-150. If you love off-roading, for example, the Tremor trim includes everything from 33-inch all-terrain tires to an upgraded suspension. The 2024 Ram 1500, meanwhile, is also available in a wide range of trims. Those interested in a 2024 Ram 1500 can pick from these trims: TRX. Tradesman HFE. Tradesman. Big Horn. Laramie. Rebel. Limited Longhorn. Limited. The 2024 Ram 1500 is similar to the 2024 F-150 when it comes to trim levels. If you go with a lower trim, like the Tradesman trim, it'll be pretty bare bones, though it'll still come with a 3.6-liter V-6 engine capable of producing up to 305 horsepower. If you select a higher trim, you can get more features from the latest Ram 1500. The Rebel trim, for instance, allows you to upgrade to a 5.7-liter V-8 engine that can generate 395 horsepower. It also has extras like front and rear parking sensors, a 115-volt power outlet, and power-adjustable pedals. The good news for those deciding between a 2024 Ford F-150 or a 2024 Ram 1500 is that both options have plenty of trims to choose from. But the 2024 F-150 ultimately comes out on top in this department because its higher-end trims outclass the 2024 Ram 1500's top-tier trims. Engines While the 2024 Ford F-150 and the 2024 Ram 1500 have the same number of trims, the same cannot be said about their engines. You'll have way more engine options when you choose to buy a 2024 Ford F-150 versus a 2024 Ram 1500. Here are the engines that can come in a 2024 Ford F-150: 325-horsepower twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6 engine. 400-horsepower 5.0-liter V-8 engine. 400-horsepower twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine. 430-horsepower hybrid powertrain (twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine with an electric motor). 450-horsepower 3.5-liter twin-turbo High Output EcoBoost engine. 720-horsepower 5.2-liter Supercharged V-8 engine. The 2024 Ram 1500, on the other hand, only has half as many engine options as the 2024 F-150 does. Here are the engines that can come in a 2024 Ram 1500: 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 engine. 395-horsepower 5.7-liter V-8 engine. 702-horsepower 6.2-liter Hemi V-8 engine. One thing worth mentioning is that these Ram 1500 engine options can come equipped with an eTorque Mild Hybrid Technology System designed to improve a truck's fuel economy while also enabling it to tow and haul more. But even still, most people will agree that this won't be enough to make up for the Ram 1500's overall lack of engine options. Towing Capacity One of the many reasons why the Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500 land at the top of best-selling pickup truck lists year after year is because they're consistently two of the most powerful trucks. This trend continues with their 2024 models, as the 2024 Ford F-150 has a maximum towing capacity of 13,500 pounds, and the 2024 Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of 12,750 pounds. This gives the 2024 F-150 a slight edge in this category, and we should point out that it has a superior payload too. The 2024 F-150 has a maximum payload of 2,455 pounds, while the 2024 Ram 1500 has a maximum payload of 2,320 pounds. Miles Per Gallon The 2024 Ram 1500 doesn't get the best of the 2024 Ford F-150 often, but the one area in which it is able to get a leg up on the competition is fuel economy. The fuel economy for the 2024 Ford F-150 and the 2024 Ram 1500 will vary depending on which trim you choose. But at their best, the 2024 Ford F-150 can get about 23 miles per gallon combined city/highway, while the 2024 Ram 1500 tops out at 25 miles per gallon combined city/highway. It gives the Ram 1500 the tiniest advantage. Customization Another reason so many people love Ford F-150s and Ram 1500s is that they can be customized to suit your needs. There isn't any shortage of options for those shopping for a pickup truck that can come with any number of packages. Some packages you can pick out for the 2024 Ford F-150 are: Mobile Office Package Bed Utility Package Tow/Haul Package FX4 Off-Road Package Some packages you can pick out for the 2024 Ram 1500 are: Bed Utility Group Trailer-Tow Group Advanced Safety Group Sport Appearance Package Customizing your pickup truck with the 2024 Ford F-150 or the 2024 Ram 1500 will be possible. That makes this category a toss-up. So, Should You Buy a 2024 Ford F-150 or a 2024 RAM 1500? Deciding between a 2024 Ford F-150 or a 2024 Ram 1500 may have seemed as though it would be difficult earlier. But after seeing what sets these two pickup trucks apart, the 2024 F-150 is the clear winner. Think about taking one for a test drive today at Brewster Ford. We have a huge selection of new and used Ford F-150 trucks on our lot. Contact us with any questions you might have about the F-150.

The Ford F-150 has been leading the field of full-size light-duty pickup trucks for many years. It offers class-leading payload and towing capacities, and with a choice of nine trim levels, three cab and bed sizes, and six engines, you're sure to find an F-150 at Brewster Ford of New York State to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a basic work truck, a luxurious hauler, or a high-performance off-roader, you can find it in the versatile F-150 lineup. Each model has a comfortable and well-equipped cab with an abundance of high-tech features, but you can add your own style to the cab with accessories such as seat covers. F-150 Trim Levels and Configurations The 2023 Ford F-150 is available in XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited models, each with increasing levels of luxury and equipment. You can also opt for the off-road specialized Tremor, Raptor, and Raptor R trim levels. Depending on the trim level, you can choose a two-door regular cab, a four-door extended SuperCab, or a spacious SuperCrew cab. You also have the choice of a 6.5-foot regular bed, a longer 8-foot bed, or a 5.5-foot short bed. In the regular cab, you'll find a 40/20/40-split bench seat with seating for up to three people. The SuperCab has seating for up to six with a front bench seat or two bucket seats with a flow-through center console. The rear bench seat has 60/40-split flip-up cushions that provide extra storage space. The SuperCrew cab also seats five or six, depending on the trim and your choice of front bench or bucket seats. Interior Amenities With the workhorse XL trim, you get keyless entry, hard-wearing cloth upholstery and vinyl flooring, air conditioning, a 4-inch driver information display, a tilting and telescoping steering column, and a 12-volt power outlet. The XLT comes with carpeted flooring and the option of an 8-inch driver display. The Lariat trim adds a touch of luxury with leather upholstery, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, power-adjustable pedals, dual-zone automatic temperature control, a leather-bound steering wheel, a 12-inch digital instrument display, and cool ice-blue ambient lighting. You also get push-button start, driver memory functions, a wireless charging pad, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. In the King Ranch trim, you'll find unique leather upholstery, genuine wood accents, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a power tilting and telescoping steering column, and unique floor mats. Partitioned lockable, fold-flat storage helps keep your small and valuable items safe and out of sight. Stepping up to the Platinum or Limited trims gets you model-specific multi-contoured upholstery with massaging front seats. Standard in the Limited trim and available for other models is a fold-out work surface that turns your F-150 into a mobile office, meaning you can work efficiently wherever you are. Tremor and Raptor models have their own unique interiors. Infotainment System To keep you entertained and informed on the Brewster roads, F-150 XL offers the SYNC 4 infotainment system. It features an 8-inch touch-screen display, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, and, depending on the cab, a four- or six-speaker sound system. The XLT adds enhanced voice recognition, while the Lariat trim gives you satellite radio and an impressive 12-inch touchscreen with split-screen capability. With the King Ranch and Platinum trims, you get an integrated navigation system and an eight-speaker, 640-watt B&O sound system. In the Limited trim, you can immerse yourself in concert hall-quality sound with the 1,080-watt B&O Unleashed audio system featuring 18 speakers, including headrest speakers. Technology Features The F-150 comes standard with forward collision mitigation, post-collision braking, reverse parking sensors, and auto high beams. Moving up the trims gets you features such as a lane-keeping system, rain-sensing wipers, and a 360-degree camera system. The top two trims also come with intelligent adaptive cruise control. F-150 Interior Accessories While the Ford F-150 is superbly equipped inside and out, you might want to add your own personal touch to the cab with the many available accessories. You can buy non-genuine aftermarket parts, but at Brewster Ford, we recommend buying original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts or Ford-recommended accessories. That way, you can be sure they're designed to fit your vehicle perfectly and complement your truck's interior. Whether you want to customize your truck's cabin, get additional storage, or add another layer of protection for the seats and flooring, you can find the solutions among Ford's accessories. Protect the carpets with all-weather floor mats and liners, or get extra cupholders and cargo organizers to help you stay organized. An in-console safe provides a secure, out-of-sight place for your valuables, and you can add a touch of class and protection with door sill plates. If you take your dog out in the winter, you can protect your seats from mud and wet hair with a pet hammock. It's designed to be attached to the front and rear headrests and hang between the front and rear seats. Seat covers are also a great way to add style and help protect your truck's cloth or leather seating when you're blazing the trails or heading onto a muddy work site. What Are the Best Seat Covers for the F-150? The best seat covers for your F-150 are those that are designed specifically for the vehicle. On the Ford accessories page, you can find a wide range of stylish and durable covers for your truck's front and rear seats. A variety of colors and designs enable you to add a unique look to the cabin. If you use your truck to go hunting, you even have a great choice of brown or green camouflage designs to personalize your truck. Get OEM Accessories and Parts from Brewster Ford When you're looking to accessorize your F-150, you can browse online to find what you want from the comfort of your home. Then, simply order it from us at Brewster Ford, New York. You can use our online order form, or you can visit our friendly team in our parts department. We'll have it delivered to your door, or you can bring your truck to us, and we'll fit it for you. Photo Credit: Image by Luke Scarpino is licensed with Unsplash license

Purchasing a used vehicle can be a very wise financial decision. Typically, pre-owned cars cost a fraction of what the same vehicle in the latest model year costs brands new. However, there are some unknowns when buying a used car. Has it been in any accidents? Has it sustained water damage? Have there been any major repairs or part replacements? Is the title clean? Luckily, we here at Brewster Ford can help you get a CARFAX used vehicle report to help you get all the details on the vehicle you're considering before you make your purchase. What's a CARFAX Used Vehicle Report? A CARFAX used vehicle report is a comprehensive document listing all accidents, model recalls, damage, title issues, previous services, and past owners. It's incredibly helpful for prospective buyers to have this report to make an informed decision about whether the vehicle is worth the asking price or has too much liability based on past accidents. We here at Brewster Ford are happy to provide CARFAX used vehicle reports for our pre-owned cars, trucks, crossovers, and SUVs to help you make an informed decision about the vehicle you're interested in purchasing. What Information Is Included in a CARFAX Used Vehicle Report? CARFAX used vehicle reports include a substantial amount of information prospective buyers can use to make a smart used vehicle buying decision. You can expect to see information and details on a CARFAX used vehicle report, such as the following: History of car accidents. Damage history and the severity of that damage. Location and point of impact of any damage. Records of repaired damage. Airbag deployment data. Structural damage to the vehicle. Oil change history. Tire rotation history. Open recalls for the make and model. Brake rotator replacement history. Transmission replacement history. Safety inspection history. Type of use the vehicle incurred, for example, personal vehicle, rental car, or business vehicle. The number of previous owners. The names of previous owners. States the vehicle was owned in. The length that each owner had the vehicle. The last reported mileage on the vehicle. Any evidence of odometer rollbacks. Flood damage. Lemon title information. Other title information as appropriate to the specific vehicle. As you can see, a CARFAX used vehicle report is incredibly detailed and can help you understand the car's life before it arrives on our lot. Understanding the vehicle's history can help you assess the value of the used car you're interested in purchasing and decide whether you think it's the right car for you. Where Does This Information Come From? CARFAX gathers its data from an enormous number of reliable sources — over 100,000, in fact. The company uses the vehicle identification number (VIN) to search through appropriate vehicle databases to find valuable information about the car's history. A few examples of where the used car information found on the report comes from include the following: Car manufacturers. Police and other law enforcement agencies. State inspection services. Vehicle auctions. Mechanics and other car repair businesses. Car dealerships. Car rental companies. Benefits of Receiving a CARFAX Used Vehicle Report CARFAX used vehicle reports are often indispensable for used car buyers. A few of the primary benefits of getting this report before making your purchase are as follows: Vehicle confirmation: A CARFAX used vehicle report makes it easy to verify that you're purchasing the car you think you're purchasing. Since CARFAX uses the VIN to gather data, you can quickly compare the VIN on the report to the one on the vehicle and make sure it matches. Red flags: Sometimes, used vehicles can look impeccable on the exterior and interior but harbor some mechanical issues under the hood. You'll learn about any issues when you get a CARFAX used vehicle report. Service history: Knowing the service history of the car you want to purchase is incredibly useful. You'll have the dates of the last oil change, tire rotation, and other regular services to help you plan these future visits for the correct time. Mileage verification: While it's gotten harder and harder to turn back the odometer to make it look like the vehicle has fewer miles than it does, it's not impossible. The CARFAX report can verify the mileage to ensure you're not using incorrect information when purchasing the car. Title problems: The last thing you want when purchasing a vehicle is to have false information about the vehicle's title. These issues can be challenging to fix if you discover them after completing the purchase. A CARFAX vehicle report can ensure you don't buy a car with a bad title. Used Vehicles at Brewster Ford We're proud to offer a range of used vehicles at various price points at Brewster Ford. We have several categories of used cars to help you narrow down what you're looking for and stay within your budget. The categories of used vehicles you can find are as follows: Used cars: Used cars include any vehicle with at least one previous owner. This umbrella category includes all our pre-owned vehicles, and it can give you a good sense of price points and what's currently available on our lot. Certified pre-owned: Certified pre-owned vehicles must pass a thorough multi-point inspection to receive this designation. These are typically the newest cars on our lot and usually, come with generous warranties for which other used cars might not qualify. One CARFAX owner: Vehicles in this category have only had one previous owner. These vehicles can be older models or newer models, but they're often in excellent condition since they've only had one person own them in the car's lifetime. CARFAX used vehicle reports give buyers peace when searching for their next car. We proudly provide CARFAX used vehicle reports for our used cars at Brewster Ford so that our customers know the exact history of their potential car. Call us or stop by today to learn more about CARFAX vehicle reports and to see the excellent selection of used cars on our lot. Photo Credit: Ford by Mike Mozart is licensed with CC BY 2.0