2019 Ram 2500 vs 2019 Ford F-250 near
Farmington Hills, MI
Finding the
right heavy-duty truck that is capable of taking on the toughest jobs can be
rough when there are so many options on the market. We are here to make the
process easier, offering this comparison review for you to read, pitting two
the segments top models against each other. The Ram 2500 is all-new for the
2019 model year, making it more powerful, capable, and efficient than ever
before. Our second truck, the Ford F-250, is essentially a carryover for the
2019 model year only adding a few features throughout the trim levels. At this
point, it looks like the 2019 Ram 2500 is already better than the Ford. Keep
reading to find out which truck comes out on top.
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2019 Ram 2500 Power &
Handling
There are
two engine options available for the 2019 Ram 2500. First up we have the
standard engine. This 6.4-liter V8 generates the best-in-class 410 horsepower
and 429 pound-feet of torque. Ram mates this engine to an eight-speed automatic
transmission. If you are in need of more power, the available 67-liter
turbocharged diesel six-cylinder engine is for you. This engine cranks out up
to 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. Ram pairs this engine with a
six-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is the standard drivetrain
configuration but four-wheel drive is available for big jobs! When it comes to
towing, the Ram 2500 can handle up to 19,780 pounds. This truck also boasts a
maximum payload rating of 4,050 pounds!
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2019 Ford F-250 Power &
Handling
The Ford
F-250 also offers two powertrain options. Up first we have the 6.2-liter V8
that creates 385 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. Ford pairs this
engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. The available 6.7-liter turbocharged
diesel V8 engine creates 450 horsepower and 935 pound-feet of torque. This
engine is also mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The F-250 can tow
up to 21,000 pounds and offers a max payload of 7,640 pounds.
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2019 Ram 2500 Features &
Design
The Ram 2500
is all-new for the 2019 model year, packed with all the latest features. In
total, there are three cab styles and two bed lengths to choose in addition to
the six trim levels. The base Tradesman model comes outfitted with standard
features like a 40/20/40 split front bench, 17-inch steel wheels, a six-speaker
sound system, a 3.5-inch driver information display, vinyl upholstery, a
tilting steering wheel, a USB ports, air conditioning, a 5-inch touchscreen,
and a locking tailgate. The upper trims, the Big Horn, Laramie, Longhorn,
Limited, and Power Wagon, are outfitted with features like a power-sliding rear
window, remote ignition, LED headlights and taillights, heated front seats,
dual-zone automatic climate control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 8.4"
touchscreen, and a 7" driver info display screen. Further features to be found
include heated rear seats, navigation, heated and ventilated front seats, power
adjustable pedals, larger wheels, and the RamBox storage system. The Power
Wagon also adds off-roading geared features!
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2019 Ford F-250 Features &
Design
The Ford
F-250 is available in three cab styles, two bed lengths, and six trims. The
entry-level XL trim level comes equipped with features like intermittent wipers,
air conditioning, four-speaker sound system, locking tailgate, a rearview
camera, 17" steel wheels, a 2.5-inch trailer hitch receiver, and manual windows
and door locks. The higher trims, the XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, and
Limited, come with more features like a 4.2-inch display, rear parking sensors,
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, driver assistance features,
panoramic sunroof, LED headlights, an 8-inch touchscreen, and navigation.
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