Ram 1500 vs. F-150 vs. Silverado 1500

Ride Comfort and Suspension

The Ram 1500 employs a coil-spring rear suspension that's better at absorbing bumps and uneven pavement than the leaf-spring setup of the F-150. The result is a smoother, more composed ride you'll appreciate during commutes and longer road trips. The Ram also has an available Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension system that automatically adjusts ride height for comfort, aerodynamics, and changing driving conditions, something the Ford F-150 doesn't match.

Engine Performance

Both trucks provide multiple powertrain options, but the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six in the Ram 1500 is especially notable for its output. The standard version produces 420 horsepower and 469 pound-feet of torque, which outguns the 400 horsepower of the Ford F-150's available 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6.

The available High-Output Hurricane further raises the bar with 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque. While the specialized F-150 Raptor R offers even more power, Ram makes its High-Output Hurricane available across multiple trims rather than limiting it to a single extreme off-road model.

Interior Comfort and Technology

The Ram 1500 offers an available 14.5-inch Uconnect® touchscreen, compared with the F-150's lone 12-inch touchscreen option. Additionally, Ram provides an available 10.25-inch Front Passenger Interactive Display, giving your co-pilot easy access to navigation, entertainment, and other functions. Ford doesn't offer an equivalent display. The Ram 1500 can also be configured to more premium levels, with trims like the Limited Longhorn and Tungsten providing experiences more akin to luxury SUVs.

Ride Quality and Refinement

Like the F-150, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 also uses a leaf-spring rear suspension, giving the Ram's coil-spring design a notable advantage in ride comfort. For drivers around Bountiful and Centerville who regularly use their trucks for personal transportation, the Ram's composed handling and available four-corner air suspension can make a real difference in everyday driving. Chevrolet doesn't offer an equivalent air suspension system.

Hurricane Power vs. Silverado V8 Performance

Chevrolet offers two naturally aspirated V8 engines, including a 6.2-liter version producing 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The Ram 1500 has a standard-output Hurricane engine that matches that horsepower while slightly exceeding the Silverado V8's torque by nine pound-feet.

That said, the High-Output Hurricane widens the performance gap with 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque, exceeding the output of every engine offered in the Silverado 1500. Ram buyers can access this level of performance without stepping into a specialized off-road trim.

Cabin Displays

Riverdale shoppers can get comfortable Crew Cab accommodations and premium amenities in either truck. However, the Ram 1500 has an advantage in available display technology. Its 14.5-inch center touchscreen exceeds the Silverado's available 13.4-inch display, while the available 10.25-inch front-passenger screen provides functionality Chevrolet doesn't offer.