2025 Ram 2500 VS 2025 Ford F-250
2025 RAM 2500
2025 Ford F-250
Power Refined: The 2025 Ram 2500 vs. 2025 Ford F-250
Which Heavy-Duty Pickup Earns Its Stripes?
Fervency is written in the frame of every full-size truck, but not all are forged equally. In a segment where durability meets dignity and brute force demands refinement, the battle between the 2025 Ram 2500 and the Ford F-250 isn't just about horsepower; it's about purpose. These trucks aren't for show; they're for those who rise before the sun, haul more than just payloads, and expect their machine to endure. Yet even among giants, one truck rises with composure, capability, and confidence: the Ram 2500.
Top Spec Comparison
Before diving into design and drive feel, let's size up the essentials. Ram and Ford both arrive with undeniable muscle, but under the hood and across the drivetrain, differences matter.
| Features | 2025 Ram 2500 | 2025 Ford F-250 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Four wheel drive | Four wheel drive |
| Engine power | 305 hp @ 6,400 rpm | 400 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Engine torque | 405 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 405 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 6.4 l | 6.8 l |
| Engine configuration | V8 | V8 |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 34.0 gal. |
| Bed Length | 6'4" | 6'10" |
2025 Ram 2500
- Drivetrain - Rear-wheel drive standard; available 4x4 with electronic-locking rear differential
- Engine Power and Torque - 6.4L HEMI V8 with 410 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque; optional 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel offering 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque
- Transmission - 8-speed automatic with smooth, responsive shifts
- Fuel Efficiency - Strong diesel economy under load; optimized cylinder deactivation in gas models. 16 MPG on average.
2025 Ford F-250
- Drivetrain - Rear-wheel drive standard; selectable 4WD with shift-on-the-fly
- Engine Power and Torque - 6.8L gas V8 with 405 horsepower and 445 pound-feet; available Power Stroke diesel pushing 475 horsepower and 1,050 pound-feet of torque
- Transmission - 10-speed automatic with selectable drive modes
- Fuel Efficiency - Improved over previous years, but still trails in long-haul diesel consistency
Exterior Comparison
The 2025 Ram 2500 asserts its identity with brawny contours, assertive wheel arches, and a commanding grille that blends aggression with elegance. Ford's F-250, while bold, leans into utilitarian lines and traditional cues. Ram elevates the work-truck form-especially in higher trims-into something more sculpted, modern, and instantly recognizable on any jobsite or highway.
Interior Comparison
This is where the 2025 Ram 2500 stretches ahead. With a cabin that feels more like a long-haul luxury suite than a truck cab, Ram integrates real wood, leather seating (Laramie and Limited trims), and a 12-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen that operates as crisply as any tablet. Noise isolation is remarkable. The F-250 offers upgrades in higher trims, but even then, its cabin feels more machine than lounge. Ram turns every mile into a quieter, more composed experience.
Performance Comparison
The 2025 Ram 2500 doesn't just tow-it handles. The HEMI V8 brings clean throttle response, while the Cummins diesel hauls with unwavering torque across mountain grades and icy Fairbanks roads. Ram's suspension-especially with the available air suspension-offers ride comfort rarely found in heavy-duty segments. Ford's F-250 remains a brute on paper, with staggering diesel numbers, but in real-world driveability, the Ram delivers a more refined balance of control and strength.
Dimensions
These trucks stand nearly mirror-matched in scale, but small differences impact usability and maneuverability.
- Ram 2500 Length - Approx. 232-260 inches (varies by configuration)
- Ram 2500 Bed Length - Available in 6-foot-4 inch or 8-inch options
- F-250 Length - Approximately 231-266 inches
- F-250 Bed Length - Similar configurations, though with slightly higher overall curb weight
Ram gains an edge in turning radius and cabin width, giving drivers a better command of tight spaces and interior breathing room.
Schedule a Test Drive at Gene's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Fairbanks, AK
Fairbanks roads demand strength, but not at the cost of comfort. The 2025 Ram 2500 offers both, making it a trusted companion through snow-laden job sites, backwoods trails, and long Alaskan highways. Gene's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram invites you to experience it for yourself. Slide into the driver's seat, feel the torque, test the touchscreen, and discover why Ram doesn't just compete; it leads.
Schedule your test drive today at Gene's Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Fairbanks, AK, and drive with confidence, no matter what the road demands.
How can we help?
* Indicates a required field