RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 vs Ford F-150 XL

2025 Ford F-150 XL studio car image
Ford

F-150 XL

2025 · Petrol Pickup

Comparison winners

3 metrics
0-100 winner Ford F-150 XL 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Power winner Ford F-150 XL 325 hp Runner-up: 305 hp
Price winner Ford F-150 XL $36,015 Runner-up: $42,070

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 against the 2025 Ford F-150 XL. Both belong to the pickup class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6. 2025 Ford F-150 XL has the higher listed output at 325 hp; 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 is rated at 305 hp, a difference of 20 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Ford F-150 XL at 475 Nm and 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 at 370 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 has the lower recorded consumption at 11.2 L/100km; 2025 Ford F-150 XL is listed at 11.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 carries the higher towing rating at 4,899 kg, while 2025 Ford F-150 XL is listed at 4,082 kg. 2025 Ford F-150 XL is 68 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the lower listed starting price at $36,015, compared with $42,070 for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6. 2025 Ford F-150 XL leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V62025 Ford F-150 XL2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s6.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h190 km/h
Power305 hp325 hp
Torque370 Nm475 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank98 L98 L
Efficiency11.2 L/100km11.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions256 g/km270 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,817 mm5,885 mm
Ground Clearance208 mm218 mm
Curb Weight2,300 kg2,135 kg
Towing4,899 kg4,082 kg
Seats65
Turning Circle12.0 m14.1 m
Starting MSRP$42,070$36,015

RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 vs Ford F-150 XL questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 Ford F-150 XL is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the higher listed top speed at 190 km/h (118 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has more power at 325 hp, a 20 hp advantage over 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6.

Which can tow more, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 has the higher listed towing capacity at 4,899 kg (10,800 lb), compared with 4,082 kg (8,999 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 is heavier at 2,300 kg (5,071 lb), while 2025 Ford F-150 XL is listed at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 Ford F-150 XL has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,015 USD, compared with $42,070 USD for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Ford F-150 XL?

2025 Ford F-150 XL leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.