Experience Premium Performance in Calgary: Learn How the 2020 Ram 1500 Dominates the 2020 Ford F-150
Demand - and receive - more from the half-ton market. With the release of the 2020 Ram 1500, drivers are discovering class-shattering performance, achieving both the trailering capabilities they need and the economy they never expected. This platform has been engineered to thrill, offering a suite of powertrains that will accommodate work and play.It’s also been designed to surpass its F-150 competition.
Available in Tradesman, Big Horn, Sport, Rebel, and Laramie trims, the 2020 Ram 1500 promises to redefine the market - with its three available engines each proving superior to their F-Series counterparts.
- Which engine offers maximum value - the Ram’s 3.6L Pentastar V6 or the F-150’s 3.3L V6?
- Which engine delivers potent torque - the Ram’s 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 or the F-150’s 3.0L PowerStroke V6?
- Which engine allows drivers to conquer every payload - the Ram’s 5.7L HEMI V8 or the F-150’s 5.0L Ti-VCT V8?
Comparing the 2020 Ram 1500 to the 2020 Ford F-150: Base Engine
 2020 Ram 1500 Engine: 3.6L Pentastar V6 Horsepower: 305 Torque: 269 lb.-ft Towing: 3,508-kg (7,730 pounds) |
 2020 Ford F-150 Engine: 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 Horsepower: 290 Torque: 265 lb.-ft Towing: 3,493-kg (7,700 pounds) |
Anchoring the 1500 and F-150 are standard V6 engines. Despite sharing cylinders, however, these two blocks are quite different - with the option from Ram delivering consistently higher outputs.
The Pentastar V6 is designed to impress, proving ideal for everyday adventures. Dual independent cam-timing provides crisp sequencing, while the high compression ratio (10.2:1) affords enhanced responses. The power-band boasts available eTorque technology, which allows drivers to access 90% of the truck’s total performance ratio at a mere 1,800 RPM; and an additional lithium-ion battery further improves capability, blending a smooth belt starter-generator with regenerative braking functions to maximize results.
To ensure complete towing domination, the Ram’s 3.6L Pentastar engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This function - which boasts exclusive e-shifter technology - enables drivers to effortlessly adapt to cargo demands, offering seamless low to high rates. Optimize each gear change for maximum performance.
The 2020 Ram 1500 has a potent base engine - and the new F-150 simply can’t keep pace.
Comparing the 2020 Ram 1500 to the 2020 Ford F-150: Diesel Engine
 2020 Ram 1500 Engine: 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Horsepower: 260 Torque: 480 lb.-ft Economy: 8.0L/100 KM (City), 11.1 L/100 KM (Highway) |
 2020 Ford F-150 Engine: 3.0L PowerStroke V6 Horsepower: 250 Torque: 440 lb.-ft Economy: 14.3 L/100 KM (City), 10.6 L/100 KM (Highway) |
Diesel engines promise a compelling blend of power and efficiency - allowing drivers to achieve exceptional performance (even when hauling heavy loads). With the introduction of its 3.0L V6 option, Ram continues this tradition: affording the class-leading capacities needed to conquer cargo.
Available on the 1500 is the EcoDiesel. This option delivers pure strength, with its 480 lb.-ft of torque enabling it to tow up to 5,697-kg (12,560 pounds). The block is forged of compacted graphite iron, which affords higher combustion pressure; while aluminum twin-cam heads improve power generation.
To further impress, this diesel option yields segment-leading economy - with its City rating achieved through exclusive Active Grille technology. Shutters flank the front of the truck, utilizing sensors to detect when the engine temperature rises beyond acceptable limits. Vents are then automatically opened, allowing air to flow inside the system and regulate output.
Once an optional heat level is achieved, these vents close - instantly improving the Ram’s drag rating by sluicing air away from the hood. This promotes a more aerodynamic experience and lessens the amount of fuel needed to support engine responses.
Through these technologies, the 3.0L EcoDiesel leaves its F-150 competitor behind.
Comparing the 2020 Ram 1500 to the 2020 Ford F-150: V8 Engine
 2020 Ram 1500 Engine: 5.7L HEMI V8 Horsepower: 395 Torque: 410 lb.-ft Towing: 5,783-kg (12,750 pounds) |
 2020 Ford F-150 Engine: 5.0L V8 Horsepower: 395 Torque: 400 lb.-ft Towing: 5,262-kg (11,600 pounds) |
To maximize strength, the HEMI V8 is fused with the brand’s exclusive e-Torque technology. Dubbed a mild hybrid system, it utilizes a 48-volt battery pack to generate additional acceleration (up to 90 HP); while a low-launch performance-band can produce up to 130 lb.-ft of extra power. This enhances engine responses, greatly reducing strain and affording precise temperature control. Hauling heavy payloads is no challenge.
The 2020 F-150 has no such technology - and this is why it can muster only 5,262-kg from its V8 option. The e-Torque difference is clear.
Boasting a suite of robust engines, the 2020 Ram 1500 yields class-leading power - especially when compared to the F-150’s V6, Diesel, and V8 options. Though these trucks prove similar, there is a singular winner in each category, and drivers will experience the best in both torque and trailering when sliding behind the wheel.