Accomplish anything behind the wheel of the fierce 2019 Ram 1500 or 2019 Ford F-150. These full-sized pickup trucks are ready to take on your toughest tasks, but which best fits your needs? The experts at Gurnee Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) in Gurnee, IL, compared the bold 2019 Ram 1500 versus 2019 Ford F-150 below to help you decide.
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Push boundaries when you drive the 2019 Ram 1500 or new Ford F-150. While the 2019 F-150 provides six engine choices, a six- or ten-speed automatic transmission, and EcoBoost® technology for added power, the all-new Ram 1500 offers a three engine lineup and a standard eight-speed automatic transmission. However, this relentless truck sets the benchmark for light-duty pickups with best-in-class V8 engine towing of 12,750 lbs., best-in-class V8 4x4 combined fuel economy, and class-exclusive Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension with automatic load leveling. The 2019 Ram 1500 also boasts a high-strength steel frame for ultimate durability and revolutionary eTorque technology that increases fuel efficiency, payload, and driveability.
Dominate the road with the all-new Ram 1500 or 2019 Ford F-150. Despite claiming three bed options, including an 8-ft. box, the new F-150 features an aluminum-alloy body that's susceptible to damage from heavy loads. On the other hand, the Ram 1500 has a powerful stance with improved aerodynamics, a power-release or multifunction tailgate, and an available RamBox® Cargo Management System. While the F-150 can be upgraded with high-quality materials, it will also cost more than the 2019 Ram 1500, which features best-in-class rear-seat legroom and available RamBin® in-floor storage compartments. Simply put, the 2019 Ram 1500 has more space, storage, leather, and technology, both inside and out.
Scoring Overall Five-Star NHTSA safety ratings and good reviews from IIHS, both the 2019 Ram 1500 and new Ford F-150 cater to your protection. While the F-150 inherently provides more standard safety features than the Ram 1500, the latter offers more than 100 standard and available sensors, cameras, and state-of-the-art software to keep you informed and in charge. The Ram 1500 is packed with innovative technology designed to change your routine forever, such as an award-winning Uconnect® 4C system, class-exclusive available 12-in. reconfigurable touchscreen display, and available Harman/Kardon® premium audio system with 19 speakers.
There's no doubt that the all-new Ram 1500 and 2019 Ford F-150 are two of the most reliable pickups on the market. However, only one truck was built for the next generation by combining strength, technology, and luxury. As the most awarded light-duty truck in America, the 2019 Ram 1500 has earned the following distinctions: