(Posted on Jun 18, 2021 at 12:40AM by Darby Riales)
When it comes to light-duty pickups, these trucks usually come with a variety of powertrain options. However, the V6 is the standard motor that you will find across the board. When comparing the 2021 Ram 1500 to competitors such as the 2021 Ford F-150, you can easily see which model offers more strength.
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Using a 3.6-litre V6 from Pentastar, the Ram 1500 makes 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque. Paired with the exclusive eTorque mild hybrid system, it offers smooth ignition and improved fuel economy. In fact, you can expect to get around 11.9L/100 km (24 mpg) in the city and 9.4L/100 km (30 mpg) on the highway. As for towing, this beast can haul up to 3,506 kg (7,730 lbs) without breaking a sweat.
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On the other hand, the Ford F-150 comes with a slightly smaller 3.3-litre V6 on the base. Producing 290 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque, it is clearly the weaker vehicle. Coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission, it gets 13.1 L/100 km (18 mpg) in the city and 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) on the highway. That is significantly lower than the Ram 1500.
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