The 2027 F-150 tows up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped, nearly 2,000 lbs more than the 2027 Ram 1500’s maximum of 11,530 lbs. The F-150 also offers six engine choices versus four on the Ram, including the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6. This page breaks down every major category so you can find the right truck at Canton Ford.
Shoppers who prioritize raw towing muscle, a broader engine lineup, and hands-free towing assistance on the highway will find the 2027 F-150 the stronger choice. The 2027 Ram 1500 appeals to buyers who want a longer powertrain warranty, standard adaptive cruise control across the lineup, and the available class-exclusive four-corner air suspension. Neither truck dominates in every category, so the right answer depends on what you actually use your truck to do.
| Specification | 2027 Ford F-150 | 2027 Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Base engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6 | 3.6L V6 eTorque Mild Hybrid |
| Base horsepower | 325 hp | 305 hp |
| Base torque | 400 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Max available towing | 13,500 lbs (properly equipped) | 11,530 lbs (properly equipped) |
| Max available gas payload | 2,430 lbs (properly equipped) | 2,340 lbs (properly equipped) |
| Ground clearance (4×4) | 9.8 in | 8.3 in |
| Bed length (standard) | 5.5 ft | 6.33 ft |
| EPA MPG (base, combined) | 19 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Seating | Up to 6 | Up to 6 |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
A note on towing and payload: All figures require proper equipment, specific axle ratios, cab and bed configurations, and applicable packages. No single figure applies to every build of either truck. Contact Canton Ford to confirm the configuration that matches your trailer setup.
The 2027 F-150 leads this category on both breadth and peak output. Six engine options span from the base 3.0L Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft) up through the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (382 hp, 500 lb-ft), the 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 (420 hp, 570 lb-ft), the 5.0L Coyote V8 (400 hp, 410 lb-ft), the high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 on the Raptor (450 hp, 510 lb-ft), and the supercharged 5.2L V8 on the Raptor R (720 hp, 640 lb-ft). Every engine pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The 2027 Ram 1500 opens with a 3.6L V6 eTorque mild hybrid at 305 hp and 271 lb-ft, then steps up to the standard 3.0L Hurricane I-6 (420 hp), the high-output 3.0L Hurricane I-6 (540 hp, 521 lb-ft), the 5.7L HEMI V8 (395 hp, 410 lb-ft), and the supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 in the TRX SRT (777 hp). The Ram uses an 8-speed automatic across the lineup.
The F-150’s 10-speed transmission gives it a tighter gear spread for both fuel economy and towing response. The Ram’s high-output Hurricane I-6 is legitimately powerful at the top, but the F-150’s PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 adds onboard power generation capability that the Ram’s lineup does not match.
For the towing-focused buyer, the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 in the F-150 produces the max available conventional tow rating of 13,500 lbs, properly equipped, versus the Ram 1500’s ceiling of 11,530 lbs with the standard Hurricane engine. That nearly 2,000-lb gap is meaningful for anyone hauling a large fifth-wheel or heavy equipment trailer. Note that fifth-wheel and gooseneck ratings are separate from conventional towing. Confirm the type you need before choosing a configuration.
Both trucks seat up to six in SuperCab or SuperCrew configurations. Front headroom is essentially identical at 40.8 in (F-150) versus 40.9 in (Ram 1500). Rear legroom in the SuperCrew F-150 reaches 43.6 in; the Ram 1500 Crew Cab checks in at 45.2 in, giving Ram a slight edge for rear passengers on long hauls.
The F-150 offers a meaningfully flexible interior through features like under-seat lockable storage, fold-flat rear seats, an interior work surface formed by a stowable gear shifter, and the available Pro Access tailgate that swings out a full 100 degrees even when hitched to a trailer. The available Pro Power Onboard system supplies up to 7.2 kW on hybrid-equipped trims, turning the truck bed into a job-site power source.
The Ram 1500 counters with the available RamBox cargo management system, which includes a 115-volt outlet and locking, drainable bed-side storage. The Tungsten trim adds reclining rear seats and a class-exclusive panoramic sunroof.
On standard bed length, the Ram’s base offering at 6.33 ft is longer than the F-150’s standard 5.5-ft bed, though the F-150 is also available in 6.5-ft and 8-ft configurations depending on cab and trim selection. If bed length is your priority, compare specific configurations at Canton Ford rather than base-model defaults.
Both trucks include forward collision warning with automatic braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera as standard equipment.
The Ram 1500 adds standard adaptive cruise control across all trims, which the F-150 makes available rather than standard. The Ram also includes rear cross-traffic alert and rear automatic braking at the standard level. The F-150’s standard safety suite includes pedestrian detection and hill start assist.
On infotainment, the F-150 starts with a 12-inch touchscreen running SYNC infotainment and provides wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto as standard. The Ram 1500 starts with an 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen on the Tradesman, moving to a 12-inch display on Laramie and above, and a 14.4-inch screen on the Tungsten. The Ram’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are wired on base trims.
The F-150’s available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system, when properly equipped, allows hands-free operation while towing up to 10,000 lbs on approved highways. BlueCruise with Towing is available on Lariat, Tremor, King Ranch, and Platinum trims. It is a driver-assist system. Eyes on the road are required at all times. The Ram offers an available Hands-Free Active Driving Assist system on approved roadways, without the tow-specific configuration that BlueCruise provides.
Both trucks carry a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Ford also covers aluminum body panels for 5 years with unlimited miles and paint adhesion for 5 years.
On fuel economy, the Ram 1500’s base 3.6L V6 eTorque rates 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined, edging out the F-150’s base 3.0L EcoBoost V6 at 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined. Shoppers who prioritize fuel economy on daily driving will notice that difference. The F-150’s PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 is the efficiency-focused choice within the F-150 lineup.
The F-150’s eight-trim lineup (XL, STX, XLT, Lariat, Tremor, King Ranch, Platinum, Raptor) gives buyers a wide range of configurations. The Ram 1500’s trim count is broader but leans toward luxury at the high end with the Tungsten sitting above the F-150 Platinum in terms of cabin appointments.
Standard content on the F-150 XL includes the 12-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone integration, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision assist, and hill start assist. That standard technology content is strong relative to the Ram’s Tradesman, which starts with an 8.4-inch screen and wired smartphone integration.
The 2027 F-150 holds a towing advantage of up to 13,500 lbs, six engine options including a full hybrid, and available BlueCruise with Towing on approved highways. Shoppers throughout Canton and the surrounding area can browse current inventory, check available configurations, and schedule a test drive at Canton Ford. Availability changes regularly, so contact us to confirm which builds are in stock.
Yes. The 2027 F-150 tows up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped, compared to the Ram 1500’s maximum of 11,530 lbs. Both figures require specific engines, axle ratios, and packages. Contact Canton Ford to confirm the right configuration for your trailer.
The Ram 1500’s base 3.6L V6 eTorque rates 22 combined mpg versus the F-150’s base 3.0L EcoBoost V6 at 19 combined mpg. If daily fuel economy is the priority, the Ram’s base engine has an edge at comparable configurations.
Yes. Available BlueCruise on Lariat, Tremor, King Ranch, and Platinum trims enables hands-free highway driving on approved roads, with eyes required on the road at all times. Available BlueCruise with Towing allows hands-free operation while towing up to 10,000 lbs when properly equipped with the Max Tow Axle and Tow/Haul Package.
The F-150 offers six engines: the 3.0L Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6, 3.5L EcoBoost V6, 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6, 5.0L V8, high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor), and supercharged 5.2L V8 (Raptor R). The Ram 1500 offers four: the 3.6L V6 eTorque, standard and high-output 3.0L Hurricane I-6, 5.7L HEMI V8, and supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8.
Pro Power Onboard is an available F-150 feature that provides electrical outlets in the truck bed supplying up to 2.4 kW on select gas trims or up to 7.2 kW on hybrid-equipped trims. It allows you to run power tools, appliances, or other equipment directly from the truck.
Both trucks carry a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Ram 1500 also carries a 10-year/100,000-mile gas powertrain limited warranty on gas models per competitor specs provided; confirm current warranty terms with the selling dealer for either brand.
The Ram 1500’s standard bed on comparable trims runs approximately 6.33 ft, which is longer than the F-150’s standard 5.5-ft bed. The F-150 is also offered in a 6.5-ft and an 8.0-ft bed depending on cab and trim, so bed length is not a fixed disadvantage for the F-150 across the full lineup.
Yes. Browse current F-150 inventory online and contact Canton Ford to confirm availability, schedule a test drive, or ask about specific configurations. Inventory changes frequently.
