Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Dodge Ram 1500 Review

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Dodge Ram 1500 packs quite a punch and will knock the Explorer Sport Trac down a few rungs. On the other hand, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the Dodge Ram 1500 most definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac's engine isn't much larger than the Ram 1500's. The Dodge Ram 1500 has no lessons to learn in terms of pickup from the Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

Utility
The Dodge Ram 1500's larger trunk will accommodate more sizeable objects than the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Dodge Ram 1500 over the Ford. The Dodge is a better choice than the Explorer Sport Trac as far as hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of gear or massive animals.

Convenience
You'll most certainly have to take the Ford for a fill-up more often than the Dodge Ram 1500 because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Ram 1500 offers a bit more head room than the Ford Explorer Sport Trac, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The Ram 1500 is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Ram 1500 than the Ford because of its bigger tank. The Dodge Ram 1500 and the Ford Explorer Sport Trac compete for the same parking spaces. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Dodge Ram 1500 may give a sprier feel in daily traffic.

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 Ford to the dealership as the Dodge Ram 1500. In terms of fuel economy, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the Dodge Ram 1500 don't differ much. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac is considerably costlier than the Dodge Ram 1500 with respect to MSRP.

Warranty
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the Dodge Ram 1500 have the same basic warranty.