2024 Ford Ranger vs. 2025 RAM 1500 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Ranger

2024 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $32,720 to $55,620
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Picture of the 2025 RAM 1500

2025 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $40,275 to $87,075
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MPG - City 16 - 21 MPG 15 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 25 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 43.5 ft3 40.6 - 61.5 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 405-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline 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 270 - 405 hp 305 - 540 hp
Towing Capacity 5,510 - 7,500 lbs 6,370 - 11,140 lbs
Exterior Length 210.6 - 210.9 in 228.9 - 241.8 in
Exterior Width 79.0 in 82.1 in
Leg Room Front 43.7 in
Rear 34.6 - 38.3 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.6 - 45.2 in
Head Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.8 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 Ranger. The Ford Ranger will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the RAM 1500.

Convenience
With the RAM 1500 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Ford Ranger, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Ford Ranger is a better financial choice over the RAM 1500, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Ranger is much slimmer than the RAM 1500, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Ford Ranger, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the RAM 1500.

Handling
The Ford Ranger has a significantly smaller turning radius than the RAM 1500, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the RAM 1500, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Ford Ranger due to its slightly better towing capacity. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Ranger is clearly outclassed by the RAM 1500.

Powertrain
The Ford Ranger offers much less torque than the RAM 1500, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford Ranger as you will the RAM 1500. The RAM 1500 has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Ford Ranger.