2023 RAM 2500 vs. 2023 Ford F-250

We love a little friendly competition here at Sid Dillon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. So, if you’re looking at a new RAM 2500, we won’t shy away from helping you compare it to a key competitor, the Ford F-250. Both of these heavy-duty trucks pull their weight on Lincoln job sites, but after you review our comparison of the F-250 vs. RAM 2500, we think you’ll be wanting to schedule a RAM test drive with us. Decide between the F-250 or RAM 2500 for yourself today!

RAM 2500 vs. Ford F-250: Engines & Capabilities 

If you’re a truck driver who prefers gas power over diesel, consider the fact that the 2023 RAM 2500 offers over 500 pounds more gas engine towing capacity than the 2023 Ford F-250. With the 6.4L HEMI® V8, the RAM 2500 can tow up to 17,730 pounds. Meanwhile, the Ford F-250 can only tow up to 17,200 pounds with its strongest V8 gas engine. And if you want to save money by sticking with a base model truck, you get more standard horsepower from the RAM 2500 base engine. Compare the F-250 vs. RAM 2500 engines and performance specs below:

2023 RAM 2500 Engine Options:

• 6.4L HEMI® V8: 410 hp, 429 lb-ft of torque
• 6.7L Cummins® Turbo Diesel I6: 370 hp, 850 lb-ft of torque

2023 Ford F-250 Engine Options:

• 6.2L V8 Gas Engine: 405 hp, 445 lb-ft of torque
• 7.3L V8 Gas Engine: 430 hp, 480 lb-ft of torque
• 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel Engine: 475 hp, 1,050 lb-ft of torque

RAM 2500 vs. Ford F-250: Features and Functionalities 

If you spend a lot of time behind the wheel in Omaha and Seward, you deserve to feel comfortable and supported. That said, if you’re wondering whether the F-250 or RAM 2500 is better equipped for the modern driver, it’s worth mentioning that the 2023 RAM 2500 offers several innovative features that you simply won’t find on the Ford F-250, including:

• The RamBox® Cargo Management System
• Standard Aux Port
• Proximity Key
• ParkSense® Front and Rear Park Assist
• Adaptive Forward Lighting

You can also get more for less in a RAM 2500. For instance, features like the Keyless Access System are standard on the second trim level and up for the RAM 2500 but require an upgrade to a pricier, higher-level trim for the Ford F-250.

Test Drive the RAM 2500 in Crete! 

Our F-250 vs. RAM 2500 comparison has shown that the 2023 RAM 2500 has superior gas engine towing performance and a more compelling package of features. That said, are you drawn to the F-250 or RAM 2500? If you like what you see from the RAM, you can test drive one at Sid Dillon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Contact us or stop by our lot in Crete at your convenience! In the meantime, check out our CDJR research guides for more heated comparisons, like the RAM 2500 vs. Ford F-250.