RAM 3500 vs Ford F-150 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2012 catalog dimensions. RAM 3500 · Ford F-150
- Length230.4 in – 259.4 in
- Height73.6 in – 78.4 in
- Wheelbase140.5 in – 169.5 in
- Ground clearance7.8 in – 8.4 in
- Curb weight6,852 lb – 8,039 lb
- Width79.5 in – 96.4 in
- Ford F-150 width79.2 in – 86.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford F-150 is 13.1 in shorter (244.9 in vs 231.8 in)
- Width: Ford F-150 is 5.2 in narrower (88.0 in vs 82.8 in)
- Height: Ford F-150 is 0.5 in taller (76.0 in vs 76.5 in)
- Wheelbase: RAM 3500 has a 10.5 in longer wheelbase (155.0 in vs 144.5 in)
- Curb weight: RAM 3500 is 1,998 lb heavier (7,446 lb vs 5,448 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: RAM 3500 is 1,998 lb heavier (7,446 lb vs 5,448 lb)
- Wheelbase: RAM 3500 has a 10.5 in longer wheelbase (155.0 in vs 144.5 in)
- Width: Ford F-150 is 5.2 in narrower (88.0 in vs 82.8 in)
- Length: Ford F-150 is 13.1 in shorter (244.9 in vs 231.8 in)
- Height: Ford F-150 is 0.5 in taller (76.0 in vs 76.5 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord F-150 — Ford F-150 is shorter by 13.1 in Check garage fit for RAM 3500 · garage fit for Ford F-150
- Narrower for tight parkingFord F-150 — Ford F-150 is narrower by 5.2 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord F-150 — Based on length × width (Ford F-150)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | RAM 3500 | Ford F-150 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 244.9 in | 231.8 in | 13.1 in |
| Width | 88.0 in | 82.8 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 76.0 in | 76.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 155.0 in | 144.5 in | 10.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 7,446 lb | 5,448 lb | 1,998 lb |
Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range (e.g. length 230.4 in – 259.4 in).
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