For contractors and outdoor enthusiasts in the Laurentians, buying a used full-size pickup truck often comes down to the Ford F-150 or the RAM 1500. Both are excellent used trucks, but with different priorities.
Quick overview
| Criterion | Ford F-150 | RAM 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | Capacity + choice of engines | Comfort + ride quality |
| Engines | EcoBoost turbo, 5.0L V8 | Pentastar V6, HEMI V8 |
| Rear suspension | Leaf springs | Coil springs (smoother) |
| Towing | Among the best | Very good |
| Resale popularity | Very high | High |
Work and towing
The F-150 shines with its towing capacity and its huge choice of configurations (engines, cabs, boxes). The EcoBoost engines deliver torque while saving a little fuel. The RAM 1500 is close behind and stands out mainly for its comfort.
Comfort and driving
This is where the RAM scores points: its coil-spring rear suspension gives a noticeably smoother ride than a traditional pickup truck, a real asset on Quebec's secondary roads. The RAM interior is often seen as the most refined in the segment.
Reliability, winter and price
Both are tough; check how the truck was used (a work truck wears out faster than a personal one) and look for road-salt corrosion during the pre-purchase inspection. 4x4 is nearly essential in winter. The F-150 keeps a very strong resale value. Estimate your payment with the calculator.
Verdict
The F-150 for capacity, choice of engines and resale value; the RAM 1500 for ride comfort and interior. See our Ford F-150 and used RAM listings, or all used pickup trucks.