Comparing the 2024 Ford F-150 vs. 2024 Ram 1500

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.

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.

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