Dodge Ram 3500 vs. Ford F-350 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Dodge Ram 3500 to the dealership as the Ford. When it comes to MSRP, the F-350 costs substantially less than the Dodge Ram 3500.

Utility
There's no clear winner between the Ford F-350 and the Dodge Ram 3500 in terms of hauling capacity. Neither the Dodge Ram 3500 nor the Ford has a marked advantage when it comes to seating capacity. Towing is considerably more the Dodge Ram 3500's forte than it is the Ford F-350's.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Ford F-350 offers a bit more head room than the Dodge, there really isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Ram 3500 make it significantly more spacious for your passengers than the Ford F-350.

Dimensions
The Ram 3500 is considerably heavier than the Ford F-350. The Ford's tank is roughly the same size as the Dodge Ram 3500's, though the Dodge Ram 3500's is a bit larger. The Ford F-350 and the Dodge Ram 3500 compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Dodge Ram 3500 and the Ford F-350 likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge's engine is considerably more massive than the Ford F-350's. Note that larger engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The Ram 3500 packs quite a punch compared to the Ford F-350 when it comes to torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Ram 3500 will have picked up and gone by the time the F-350 finally gets moving.

Warranty
The Ford F-350 and the Dodge Ram 3500 have the same basic after-sale protection.