Individuals, families, or businesses looking for a confident pickup often need more power than they can get with a full-size, light-duty truck. In this 2018 Ram 2500 vs 2018 Ford F-250 comparison, we are going to look at a couple heavy-duty models that may fit the bill for those with larger towing and hauling needs.
These two models are neck and neck when it comes to base price and powertrain performance. The 2018 Ram 2500 has a starting price that is slightly lower than that of the 2018 Ford F-250. Its standard 5.7-liter V-8 engine offers 383 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The base 6.2-liter V-8 on the 2018 Ford F-250 has a slight advantage with 385 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. However, drivers who want more gas engine power can also opt for a 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine on the Ram 2500 that cranks out 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. The 2018 Ford F-250 is not available with a second gasoline engine.
2018 Ram 2500 | vs | 2018 Ford F-250 |
$32,545 | Starting MSRP | $32,890 |
3 | Engine Options | 2 |
Coil spring or Auto-Level Air Suspension | Suspension | Independent twin I-Beam or mono beam coil springs |
RamBox Cargo Management System | Storage Highlights | Storage Under Rear Seats |
In addition to their gasoline V-8 engines, the two models in this 2018 Ram 2500 vs 2018 Ford F-250 comparison are also available with diesel engine options that can offer confident towing and premium torque with solid gas mileage.
When it comes to storage and performance, the Ram heavy-duty truck also offers several features that can make it more practical in daily adventures, with different loads, and on the work site. One of these is an available Auto-Level Air Suspension. Whether drivers are traveling with the bed empty or have their 2018 Ram 2500 hooked up with a gooseneck towing system, this suspension system can adapt to deliver a smoother ride and more confident driving than is available on other trucks.
Another attractive feature that the 2018 Ford F-250 doesn’t have an equivalent for is the RamBox Cargo Management System. This innovative storage option is available built into the sides of the bed of the 2018 Ram 2500, and can allow for convenient and secure storage of tools or other items.
If you are in the Twin Cities area and are interested in learning more about the 2018 Ram 2500, contact a member of the Fury Ram Truck Center sales team in Lake Elmo MN today.