2015 RAM 1500

2015 Ford F-150

Fuel tank capacity

Horsepower

Torque

Transmission

26.0 gal.

305 hp @ 6400 rpm

269 ft-lbs @ 4175 rpm

8-speed shiftable automatic

23.0 gal.

282 hp @ 6250 rpm

253 ft-lbs @ 4250 rpm

6-speed shiftable automatic

2015 RAM 1500 vs 2015 Ford F-150 near Madison, WI

The 2015 RAM 1500 and the Ford F-150 are light-duty pickup trucks that are similar to each other; people often have trouble deciding between them when looking for their new best friend for the road. The 2015 F-150 has great fuel economy and a good payload, and the 2015 1500 offers a superb eight-speed automatic transmission, quiet ride, upscale interior and technological elements. For the 2015 1500 a new R/T trim is available that is similar to the Sport trim level. The 2015 F-150 has a completely new design--both exterior and interior--for the year in attempt to win against its competitors.

2015 RAM 1500 Power & Handling

An eight-speed automatic shift standard, and a six-speed automatic is available. The standard engine is a 3.6 liter V6 engine offering 305 horsepower. The 3.6 liter engine runs on diesel. It provides 269 ft-lbs of twist. A 240-horsepower 3.0 liter V6 engine is also available as well as a 5.7 liter 395-horsepower. The 3.0- and 5.7-liter engines operate on regular gas.

2015 Ford F-150 Power & Handling

The transmission is a six-speed shiftable automatic. The standard 3.5 liter V6 engine produces 282 horsepower. The pickup runs on flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), and provides 253 ft-lbs of torque. The truck offers good fuel economy at 25 mpg highway and 18 city. Despite this pickup's power options, it is not known to provide a comfortable ride for people, particularly when the pickup's bed is empty.

2015 RAM 1500 Features & Design

The 2015 RAM 1500 is available in various of trims: Tradesman/Express, Tradesman, HFE, SLT, Sport, Laramie and Longhorn. An R/T variant trim is also now available. People will like the quiet and comfortable ride in the cabin. You can buy skid plates and tow hooks for the 2015 RAM 1500. 17-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights and vinyl floor covering are all available.

2015 Ford F-150 Features & Design

Five different trim levels are available: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum. You will have cloth seating, and either four or six speakers (to get six you have to get a crew cab). The locks are manual, preventing you from automatically locking the pick-up. 17-inch wheels are standard.  The body panels are aluminum, but that means they are more expensive to get repaired than steel ones.

Conclusions

As mentioned, if you're looking for a light-duty pickup then the 2015 RAM 1500 and the Ford F-150 are likely two vehicles that you're considering. The 2015 RAM 1500 is a truck that has been around for years, while the Ford F-150 is a truck that has been, too. Although the F-150 has been completely redesigned, the RAM 1500 is the choice for many people with it's excellent power and capabilities.