2021 Ram 1500 VS Ford Ranger
The 2021 Ram 1500 VS The Ford Ranger
The full-size pickup segment is notoriously competitive, with an ever-increasing number of options on the market today. Here at Cerritos DCJR, we want to help ease the decision-making process for choosing your next pickup truck. New for 2021, the Ram 1500 offers a brand new performance trim, the 1500 TRX. It also features four distinct engine options and a huge variety of features across seven trim levels. By comparison, the Ford Ranger offers just three trim levels, all of which utilize the same powertrain. Continued below, we’ve reviewed these two models side by side in order to illustrate their strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately help you decide which pickup is right for you!
2021 Ram 1500 Power & Handling
The Ram 1500 means business when it comes to power and capability, offering four engine options paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and eTorque mild-hybrid system. The base-level engine is the 3.6-liter V6, starting off strong with 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, and there’s also a turbodiesel version that bumps the torque up to 480 lb-ft. Next, there’s a 5.7-liter V8, offering 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque, and finally the all-new 6.2-liter turbocharged V8, which exclusively reserves its 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque for the ultra-athletic 1500 TRX! When properly equipped, the Ram 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 12,750 pounds.
2021 Ford Ranger Power & Handling
The 2021 Ford Ranger relies on just one engine across its lineup, the 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Unfortunately, without a V8 or diesel option, the Ranger’s maximum output settles at 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. This isn’t a bad starting point for the base trim, but unfortunately it doesn’t leave the other Ranger models anywhere to go from there. The 2021 Ford Ranger has a maximum tow rating of 7,500 pounds, which again makes us wish for a more muscular V8 engine. However, Ford does offer additional packages to beef up the Ranger’s capability, like the FX package and new Tremor off-road package.
2021 Ram 1500 Features & Design
The 2021 Ram 1500 is lauded for having one of the most luxurious interiors on the market for a full-size pickup. The Laramie, Limited Longhorn, and Limited trims demonstrate this beautifully, with available leather interiors and contrast stitching. The Limited and Limited Longhorn also feature real wooden accents for an extra boost of luxury. The 1500 also offers the 5th-generaion Uconnect infotainment system with up to a 12-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, a wireless charging pad, and a premium 19-speaker audio system from Harman Kardon. Additional features include power running boards, LED headlights, and special off-roading equipment on the Rebel and TRX trims.
2021 Ford Ranger Features & Design
When compared side-by-side with the Ram 1500, it’s clear that the 2021 Ford Ranger offers fewer options in terms of available features. This is due in part to the fact that the Ranger is only available in three trim levels, while the 1500 has seven. This leads to less variation overall across the available models since it lacks the specialized performance features and design themes that Ram provides. Some of the Ranger’s available features include a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, onboard Wi-Fi, satellite radio, keyless entry and ignition, leather-trimmed seats, heated side mirrors, Ford’s Sync 3 infotainment system with an 8-inch display, and the Co-Pilot 360 safety package.
Conclusion:
After comparing the 2021 Ram 1500 against the Ford Ranger, it’s clear that the 1500 simply has more to offer in terms of features, design, and overall performance. Its engine options provide the power you need for everything from an everyday drive, to an off-roading adventure. When you factor in its incredible towing capacity, and there’s no denying that the Ram 1500 is the strongest option of the two. You can view our full Ram 1500 inventory right here on our website, or by visiting us in person at our showroom in Cerritos, California. Our expert associates will help you with everything from applying for financing, to taking a test-drive! Give us a call today to find your Ram 1500 at Cerritos CDJR.
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