The hunt is on for the title of the best truck on the road. The Ford Raptor has been on the top for years, but the new Ram 1500 TRX coming.
While both trucks continue to offer modern performance upgrades, convenience options, and tech features, there can only be one king of the road.
Has the Ram 1500 TRX finally reached a level worthy of the title, or can Ford Raptor stay on top? Here’s what you need to know about this epic battle of the off-road-ready pickup truck:
What’s New With The TRX?
Ram has a long history of building amazing trucks. The Ram 1500 has been the flagship pickup for some time now, but the TRX has never looked quite this good before. Ram claims that the 1500 TRX is the most powerful street-level half-top pickup ever built. We’ll just have to see if this statement ends up being true.
The Ram Offers More Speed
The Raptor is estimated to produce a solid 450 horsepower paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission, which is worthy of some praise. The Ram 1500 TRX packs a 6.2-liter Hemi V8 engine that boasts 702 horsepower with 650 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is affectionately called the T.Rex because it brings tons of raw power to the road.
With a beast like V8 Hemi powering your wheels, you’ll be able to blast off from zero to 60 mph in a mere 4.5 seconds. It also comes equipped with Lanch Control and Launch Assist. These systems work in tandem with the massive engine to help this truck accelerate even faster.
The Raptor is Still The Tow King
One area where the Ford Raptor still has the upper hand involves towing and hauling. The Raptor can handle up to 8,200 pounds in tow and has a max payload of 1,400 pounds. These impressive specs easily lead its class.
While the TRX has plenty of power, it has a max towing amount of 8,100 pounds and a payload of 1,310 pounds. The TRX does have a slightly larger cargo volume if that’s important to you.
It’s Too Hard To Tell
There are some areas where these two powerhouse trucks are so similar that it’s hard to declare a clear winner. Both trucks only come in the SuperCrew cabin style with similar size bodies, wheels, and more.
Both Ram and Ford offer top-of-the-line tech updates, including massive touchscreen infotainment centers, driver-assist systems, and powerful audio systems. You’ll have plenty of options to further customize either truck, so it really comes down to the features that are the most important to you.
You Decide
The beauty of comparing the Ford Raptor with the Ram 1500 TRX is that you really can’t go wrong either way. Both of these trucks will catch the eye and envy of all of your friends and will certainly handle anything you throw at it. Perhaps Ram’s goal wasn’t to take the crown but to earn a spot beside the Raptor; to be seen as equals.
The best way to tell which truck is a better choice for you is to visit your local dealerships and try them out for yourself.
