2020 Ford Super Duty vs. Ram 2500
The 2020 Ford Super Duty
vs. Ram Heavy Duty Trucks
at Hardy Family Ford in Dallas, GA
So, you're in the market for a do-it-all heavy duty truck? You need a truck that can withstand whatever obstacle you put it up against? The competition for top place in the Heavy Duty truck segment is tighter than ever thanks to powerhouse manufacturers such as Ford and Ram upping their game. With that being said, let's take a look at how the iconic Blue Oval's toughest truck, the 2020 Ford Super Duty, compares to the Ram HD lineup.
Heavy Duty Powertrain
The Ford Super Duty and Ram HD trucks are available with both gasoline and diesel engine options. The 2020 Ford Super Duty offers two engine setups, a 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel V8 with a 10-speed automatic transmission or a 7.3-liter gas V8 with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Ram HD lineup also offers two engine setups, a 6.7-liter Cummins I6 diesel engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 6.4-liter gas engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Taking a look at the all-important torque output, the 2020 Super Duty outranks the Ram 2500 and 3500 across the board. Check out the comparison
.Engine | Fuel Type | Power(hp) | Torque (lb.-ft.) | |
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Ford Super Duty | 6.2- liter V8 | Gas | 385 | 430 |
Ford Super Duty | 6.7- liter V8 | Diesel | 475 | 1,050 |
Ford Super Duty | 7.3- liter V8 | Gas | 430 | 475 |
Ram HD | 6.4- liter V8 | Gas | 410 | 429 |
Ram HD | 6.7- liter I6 | Diesel | 370 | 850 |
Ram HD | 6.7- liter i6 (high output) | Diesel | 400 | 1,000 |
Still trying to deicide? It's a big decision, we get it. Let's keep comparing.
Heavy Duty Towing
The 2020 Ford Super Duty once again takes its rightful place atop the leaderboard for towing capacity. This beast of a truck can tow a staggering 37,000 pounds while the Ram HD comes in at 35,100 pounds. Let us note, these towing capacities are with the diesel engine configurations. The gas engine towing capacities range from 18,210 pounds for the Ram HD to 21,000 pounds for the Ford Super Duty.
Engine | Max Towing Capacity (pounds) | |
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Ford Super Duty | 6.7L Diesel V8 | 37,000 |
Ford Super Duty | 7.3L Gas V8 | 21,000 |
Ram HD | 6.4L Gas V8 | 18,210 |
Ram HD | 6.7L Diesel I6 | 35,100 |
Whichever engine you choose, the Ford Super Duty can't lose.
Heavy Duty Payload
Despite a valiant effort by the Ram HD, the 2020 Ford Super Duty wins in payload as well. The gas engine configuration can handle up to 7,850 pounds for the Super Duty, while the Ram HD handles 7,680 pounds. Switch over the diesel engine, and Ram HD wins. The Ram 2500 or 3500 can haul up to 6,910 pounds in its bed while the Super Duty maxes out at 6,660 pounds—a negligible difference indeed.
Configuration | Payload (pounds) | |
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Ford Super Duty | F-350 6.7L diesel V8 w/ dual rear wheel | 6,660 |
Ford Super Duty | F-350 6.2L gas V8 w/ dual rear wheel | 7,850 |
Ram HD | 3500 6.4L gas V8 w/ dual rear wheel | 6,910 |
Ram HD | 3500 6.7L diesel I6 w/ dual rear wheel | 7,680 |
Heavy Duty Pricing
Drive home in a 2020 Ram 2500 with MSRP starting at $37,695, while the 3500 starts at $39,045. Want to upgrade to the diesel engine option? Add an additional $9,100 to MSRP! If you are looking to purchase the granddaddy of them all, the high-output version, tack on an additional $11,795!
The 2020 Ford Super Duty will have an MSRP starting at $33,705 and ranging to the mid $40Ks. With the 2020 Ford Super Duty, you get a hard-working vehicle for a great value.