The 2020 Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 are two full-size trucks that compete for your attention with their many configurations, powerful performance, and modern comfort features. However, they have so much in common that you might be struggling to tell them apart. But that’s where our comparison guide steps in to help.
Hefty Performance: 2020 Ford F-150
Want to move the most weight? Then you’re going to need the 2020 F-150. With the right equipment and body style, Ford’s full-size pickup can tow up to 13,200 pounds. Equipped to haul max payloads, the F-150 can transport up to 3,270 pounds of gear.
After a recent redesign, the Ram 1500 is more capable than ever before. However, while it is competitive with the F-150, it can’t quite match its abilities. Properly equipped, the Ram 1500 tows up to 12,750 pounds. And, depending on configuration, this Ram truck can haul payloads weighing up to 2,300 pounds.
Configurations: 2020 Ford F-150
The F-150 helps you bring your vision of the perfect truck into being. With three cabin sizes, three bed lengths, six trim levels, a variety of axle ratios, and five engine options, the F-150 offers everything you need to assemble the truck that works for you.
While the 2020 Ram 1500 does impress with its variety of trim models (there are eight!), it doesn’t offer a regular cabin, leaving you to choose from only extended and crew cab styles. The Ram 1500 also limits you to three engine options, making it more difficult for some drivers to strike the right balance of power and efficiency.
Refined Comfort: 2020 Ram 1500
When it comes to interior design, high-end cabin materials, and modern comfort, the Ram 1500 is the best-in-class option. Both the Ram’s quad and crew cabins provide two rows of seating and a health amount of passenger space. And optional features (leather upholstery, heated seats, chrome trim) make this truck feel like a high-rolling luxury vehicle.
The 2020 Ford F-150 might not be as swanky as the Ram 1500, but it still offers plenty of luxury and modern comfort. Of the six trim levels, four treat you to an especially stylish ride, with soft leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, and power-adjustable pedals.
High-Tech Safety: 2020 Ford F-150
Here, the F-150 regains the lead. For starters, these Ford pickups come standard with forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking. Other safety systems — like lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and trailer monitoring — are standard on the midlevel Lariat model and up.
While the Ram 1500 treats you to a wealth of modern comfort features, this truck doesn’t come standard with any high-tech driving aids. To get features like forward collision and lane departure mitigation, you must upgrade to at least the luxurious Lariat.
The 2020 Ram 1500 is undeniably posh, but the 2020 Ford F-150 adds a lot more to your daily drive — including a stronger overall performance. If you want to tow more, haul more, or simply configure the perfect truck, the F-150 is your best option.
To experience Ford’s famous pickup for yourself, visit us at Keystone Ford, your friendly Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Ford dealer!