Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150 Comparison
Compare the 2026 Ram 1500 vs. the Ford F-150 in Kernersville, NC
The Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 have long been popular choices for drivers who need the capability of a full-size pickup. Both trucks provide extensive trim configurability and powerful engine options, as well as useful technology and ample versatility for both work and recreation. However, the 2026 Ram 1500 stands apart with its comfortable ride, potent Hurricane engine options, and a refined cabin that compares favorably with many luxury vehicles, especially in higher trims.
Drivers from Winston-Salem to Greensboro, NC, can explore the latest Ram trucks at Kernersville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Here's a closer look at how the Ram 1500 compares in a few key areas to one of its most prominent competitors.
Ram 1500 | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 305 hp @ 6,400 rpm | 400 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 3.6 l | 5.0 l |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 3 |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. |
| Overall Length(Inches) | 232.9 in. | 209.4 in. |
| Cargo Space | - | - |
Ride Comfort and Suspension
The Ram 1500 and F-150 take different approaches to their rear suspension designs. While the Ford uses traditional leaf springs, the Ram features a coil-spring setup that contributes to its smooth ride and composed handling. It's a notable advantage for High Point drivers who want truck capability without sacrificing comfort during commuting, errands, or road trips. In fact, ride quality and refinement have been key considerations in the Ram 1500 earning eight consecutive Car and Driver 10Best awards from 2019 through 2026. No F-150 model year earned the same recognition during that period.
The Ram 1500 also offers available Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension. This system can automatically adjust ride height to improve comfort, handling, aerodynamics, or bed access. It's another feature that the F-150 doesn't offer.
Hurricane Engine Performance
Both pickups offer several engine choices, but the Ram 1500's available 3.0-liter Hurricane lineup provides some particularly impressive performance. The standard-output Hurricane generates 420 horsepower, exceeding the 400 horsepower produced by the F-150's available 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6.
The available High Output Hurricane raises output even further to 540 horsepower and is available in multiple trim levels. While Ford offers a higher-output option, it is strictly limited to the specialized F-150 Raptor R trim.
Interior Refinement and Technology
The F-150 offers a spacious, well-equipped cabin of its own, but interior refinement is one of the Ram 1500's longstanding strengths. Available premium leather-trimmed seating, upscale materials and finishes, and Active Noise Cancellation give higher Ram trim levels a luxury-oriented character while retaining the passenger space and utility expected from a full-size truck. Even lower trims can feel more comfortable and modern than similar levels in competing models.
Ram also provides some notable advantages in terms of technology. Notably, it offers expansive display real estate, including an available 14.5-inch Uconnect® touchscreen that is larger than the lone 12.0-inch touchscreen option in the Ford F-150. Furthermore, the Ram can also be equipped with a separate 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display, giving the passenger dedicated access to entertainment, navigation, and other functions. The F-150 doesn't offer a comparable passenger screen.
Both trucks offer an extensive selection of convenience, connectivity, and driver-assistance systems, so shoppers aren't sacrificing modern features with either choice. However, the Ram 1500 delivers a level of upscale refinement and advanced technology that competitors find hard to match.
Test-Drive a New Ram 1500 in Kernersville, NC
Get in touch with Kernersville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to learn more about the 2026 Ram 1500, including its trim level and package configurations, powertrain options, and available financing opportunities. If you would like to explore the accommodations, amenities, and performance of a new Ram 1500 firsthand, we invite you to schedule a test drive or visit our Kernersville dealership at your convenience. We'll be happy to show you around.
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950 NC Highway 66 South
Kernersville, NC 27284
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