The New Ram 1500 vs the Competition

See How the Ram 1500 Compares Against its Competition in Le Mars, SD

At Jensen Le Mars Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, our dealership serving everyone from Sioux Center to Yankton and beyond, can see the new Ram 1500 here at the dealership. The 2026 model year continues to impress, but when shopping for a new truck, you want to learn how it compares to the competition. That's why we've put together a guide for you, so you can make a smart and informed decision, as you'll get to see why the Ram 1500 remains a popular ride in the area.

Compare the Ram 1500 and Ford F-150

With the Ram 1500, you'll find an upscale interior, featuring top-tier ride comfort thanks to available coil- or air-suspension rear setups and a quieter cabin. It resembles a high-end SUV rather than a typical work truck, with upscale materials and elegant finishes. While the F-150 emphasizes toughness, the Ram offers a more refined experience for everyday driving and long-distance trips, all while still giving you the requisite performance you need for towing, hauling, and power.

The Ram 1500 also provides standout power, which includes its 3.0-liter Hurricane high-output inline‑six engine, which provides up to 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque, surpassing most of Ford's engine options for the F-150, outside of its performance-based Raptor model. Meanwhile, the refreshed eTorque-assisted 5.7-liter HEMI V8 offers high output, with fewer engine choices that ensure you're getting the right performance, not having to determine what's best between Ford and its various options.

Ram also improves driver convenience through advanced towing features like trailer reverse guidance, a digital rearview mirror with live video, and Trailer Auto Hitch Assist. These are complemented by a large touchscreen and an available display exceeding 50 inches, making it one of the best in class. While Ford's BlueCruise and work technology are reliable, Ram's integrated features offer a more seamless trailering experience.

Compare the Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500

With the Ram 1500, you get standout ride quality, thanks to its five-link coil rear suspension and optional air suspension, which remains the smoothest in its class as it outperforms the Silverado 1500. Both towing and payload capacities are similar or close to one another, as the Ram 1500 either matches or slightly surpasses the Silverado 1500, meaning you'll find plenty of capability with a Ram truck that rises to the standard of others.

On the performance side, the Ram 1500 offers a powerful Hurricane I6 that produces 540 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque, greatly surpassing the Silverado 1500 and its top 6.2-liter V8 with about 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. Ram also reintroduces the mild-hybrid HEMI V8 with eTorque, blending traditional V8 feel with better low-speed torque.

Inside, the Ram 1500 cabin exudes a more luxurious atmosphere, with quilted leather, real wood accents, recliner rear seats, massage-equipped 24-way front seats, and an optional 23-speaker Klipsch sound system. These luxury features give it an advantage over the Silverado 1500.

Ram also surpasses in technology safety features, including standard blind-spot and rear cross-traffic alerts, driver-alert systems, and a more comprehensive powertrain warranty for your powertrain when you buy or lease a new Ram 1500.

Learn More About the Ram 1500 Today

You'll find tough and reliable towing, standout ride quality, luxury, and efficient performance and technology onboard the 2026 Ram 1500, which is how it sets itself apart from its competition. To learn more, contact us here at Jensen Le Mars Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, where we'd be happy to provide more insight and details, allowing you to take a test drive here at our dealership near Sioux City and Sioux Falls.

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  1. Jensen Le Mars Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

    1258 Lincoln St SW
    Le Mars, IA 51031-1801

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