2024 Ford F-250 vs. 2025 RAM 1500 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-250

2024 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $44,970 to $97,295
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2025 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $40,275 to $87,075
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MPG - City Info not available 15 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 5 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 40.6 - 61.5 ft3
Engine
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 540-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 405 - 500 hp 305 - 540 hp
Towing Capacity 13,800 - 22,000 lbs 6,370 - 11,140 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 228.9 - 241.8 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 82.1 - 88.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.6 - 45.2 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.2 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the RAM 1500 than in the Ford F-250. The Ford F-250 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the RAM 1500.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford F-250 is somewhat more expensive than the RAM 1500.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-250 is much slimmer than the RAM 1500, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford F-250, which is slightly longer than the RAM 1500.

Handling
The Ford F-250 has a significantly larger turning radius than the RAM 1500, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-250 is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford F-250 and the RAM 1500.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Ford F-250 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the RAM 1500.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-250 as you will the RAM 1500. You'll be able to haul more material in the Ford F-250 than the RAM 1500, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.