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TFL Ram vs F150 Full review / comparison

Hybridhunter
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I have no opinion on this, but here it is.

Ram vs F150
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krazymatt
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In my actual experience I have had very good luck with Dodge trucks in the past period. I've had extremely bad luck with GM trucks although some have had mostly the opposite. Between Ram and F150 I'd probably go with the Ram because number one they are nice and reliable, and number two because you can probably walk away with a much better deal on the Ram in my actual experience. You can't touch a decently loaded F150 4x4 for less than $55k it seems.
New Mexico
2018 Ram 3500 Dually Cummins 4x4

Hybridhunter
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Until the 2015 Ford, the Ram arguably had the "nicest" interior. The 2015 Ford really ups the ante, as the previous models were nice but getting dated inside. It doesn't mean the Ram now has a "bad" interior though.

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Me Again wrote:
proxim2020 wrote:
I've always been a fan of RAM's interiors, but when comparing it to the Ford it does look quite dated. RAM has always lagged behind Ford in the creature comfort / convenient feature department, but generally their trucks cost less because of it.


Someone has not been in a RAM recently! Chris


I own one and I've been in one from just about every recent year (don't hurt to window shop). I've been in trims from Tradesman to Laramie. I was comparing that Outdoorsman trim to that Lariat trim. Both of those trim levels are about $10k over the base. Just from the video you can see you get a lot more with the Ford.

Bionic_Man
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Me Again wrote:
proxim2020 wrote:
I've always been a fan of RAM's interiors, but when comparing it to the Ford it does look quite dated. RAM has always lagged behind Ford in the creature comfort / convenient feature department, but generally their trucks cost less because of it.


Someone has not been in a RAM recently! Chris


I was thinking the same thing. Most of the recent reviews (say, since 2010ish) give RAM top marks in comparisons regarding interior.
2012 RAM 3500 Laramie Longhorn DRW CC 4x4 Max Tow, Cummins HO, 60 gallon RDS aux fuel tank, Reese 18k Elite hitch
2003 Dodge Ram 3500 QC SB 4x4 Cummins HO NV5600 with Smarty JR, Jacobs EB (sold)
2002 Gulf Stream Sea Hawk 29FRB with Honda EV6010

Me_Again
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Hybridhunter wrote:
I have no opinion on this, but here it is.

Ram vs F150


Oh No! More ammo for the duallie guys with toy trucks with training wheels! Chris
2021 F150 2.7 Ecoboost - Summer Home 2017 Bighorn 3575el. Can Am Spyder RT-L Chrome, Kawasaki KRX1000. Retired and enjoying it! RIP DW 07-05-2021

Me_Again
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proxim2020 wrote:
I've always been a fan of RAM's interiors, but when comparing it to the Ford it does look quite dated. RAM has always lagged behind Ford in the creature comfort / convenient feature department, but generally their trucks cost less because of it.


Someone has not been in a RAM recently! Chris
2021 F150 2.7 Ecoboost - Summer Home 2017 Bighorn 3575el. Can Am Spyder RT-L Chrome, Kawasaki KRX1000. Retired and enjoying it! RIP DW 07-05-2021

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I've always been a fan of RAM's interiors, but when comparing it to the Ford it does look quite dated. RAM has always lagged behind Ford in the creature comfort / convenient feature department, but generally their trucks cost less because of it.

blt2ski
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Hybridhunter wrote:
Fast Mopar wrote:

I have ocean-front property in Yankton, South Dakota.


I suppose asking for proof of that would be as off limits as test reports about Eco-diesels? Looks like it's almost time to lock this thread so the test video drops out of site sic.


One needs to remember something re trucks. They are nothing more than tools to get a given job done. If it meets ones specs, then it is the correct tool. If not it is the incorrect tool. No different than one former local hardware store before being bought out by Lowes, had over 300 hammers on the shelf for one to buy. Hammers like trucks, come in multiple sizes shapes and forms, depending upon the item one needs to hammer/hit etc. To take a 4oz tack hammer and compare to a 5 lbs sledge, or a 32oz framing hatchet much less against a 32oz framing hammer is ridiculous. All have a purpose in life.

So far in over a dozen trucks, I have to say my 89 1 ton flatbed has been the worst of the bunch. Meanwhile I had an 86 S10, not a bad rig for its purpose......Does this mean the S10 is a better truck than the R3500. Depens upon use.

So a non turbo/supercharged rig out pulls per say speed wise a supercharged one......DOes than mean it is better. Only on that test! performance spec. The other at the end of the day, may still be the better overall truck for ones purpose.

Hence my opinion on this. And no, I do not own, nor at this time, do I plan to own a ram or equal. Prefer Chebby's me self! that was not tested in this video.

Marty
92 Navistar dump truck, 7.3L 7 sp, 4.33 gears with a Detroit no spin
2014 Chevy 1500 Dual cab 4x4
92 Red-e-haul 12K equipment trailer

Hybridhunter
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Fast Mopar wrote:

I have ocean-front property in Yankton, South Dakota.


I suppose asking for proof of that would be as off limits as test reports about Eco-diesels? Looks like it's almost time to lock this thread so the test video drops out of site sic.

Hybridhunter
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ChooChooMan74 wrote:
Why are you so hard up on this? Fine, you like the eco gas guzzler. Others like the VM diesel. Fine, settled, move on, time to mature!


Nothing's settled. The review was fairly balanced, the power aspect was only one area of the video. Is it just a foregone conclusion about the Ram now? I didn't even post my conclusions, but it seems now that the test reports are out, no one wants do even acknowledge they exist?

This is like a global warming discussion, you're either a believer or a moron, and the data doesn't matter. Not cool.

Hybridhunter
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BillyW wrote:
Totally agree! Would like to see a very thorough comparison that takes into account various driving styles and needs. Right now I'm leaning toward that 2.7 Ecoboost with its version of the payload package. The 5.7 Hemi Ram is a VERY close second. I think I still like the Ram interior more, and it's proven itself to be reliable and capable. The GM half tons are pretty darned nice now too. The Ram definitely seems to be the best deal in town though, and probably will continue that way for another year or two. I could easily make that Ecodiesel do everything I need, if the right deal came along.


Consumer Reports speculates that the Ram Hemi has the same fuel cost, and lower operating cost than the Eco-Diesel. I'm not saying I agree or disagree, but they do know data, and that is their take on it as of the info on their site.

blt2ski
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I've heard of a few live volcanos one can buy. I have one here in Washington I can sell you......

Marty
92 Navistar dump truck, 7.3L 7 sp, 4.33 gears with a Detroit no spin
2014 Chevy 1500 Dual cab 4x4
92 Red-e-haul 12K equipment trailer

Winnebago_Bob
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Two different trucks with two different missions.

If I were doing a comparo it wouldn't be between these two trucks, but I have no use for a half ton so it's mostly meh to me.

I like both trucks - they're both good at what they were designed to do.

The rest - interior/features/etc - are all a matter of preference IMO.
2017 Winnebago Aspect 27K

The_Mad_Norsky
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Fast Mopar wrote:
I have ocean-front property in Yankton, South Dakota.



What????? I thought I heard something strange last night! Thought it was just a thunderstorm passing through. :B
The Mad Norsky, Doll, Logan and Rocky
2014 Ram 3500 w/ Cummins/Aisin
2019 Northern Lite 10-2 EX CD LE Wet Bath
RV'ing since 1991

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