2022 RAM 2500 6.4L VS Ford F250 7.3L MPG And Acceleration Test! Is The 7.3L Gas Really Better???

It's time to do an MPG run with a 2022 Ford F250 7.3L Gas and RAM 2500 6.4L gas! Which one will be victorious??? || Like || Subscribe || Share || #JBReviews #FordF250 #ram2500
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[@denistaramasso9724]

JB i see that now you are doing this full time that your hart is really into it. I can hear it in your voice. All your videos are awesome. We get real world reviews and they are very honest.

[@jat2409]

I'm a Ram 2500 6.4 Hemi owner and am very happy with it so far, but glad to see Ford stepping up and out doing the 6.4 Hemi, that is how we get better products to the consumer. Great job JB.

[@JB_WhoWork]

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[@kendellmoraldo9220]

Ram hasn't had the title of most towing for AWHILE... it's been ford and Chevy for years. Humble yourself and fix your ride stance when you load the ram box. Squat isn't even the word for rams. Hemi only good when empty

[@jat2409]

@@kendellmoraldo9220 Ghee I feel so much better now you enlightened me. Thanks!

[@jeffs2809]

@@kendellmoraldo9220 I think you're a bit confused. PAYLOAD on Ram 2500's has been terrible for years because the others offer optional 10k and 11+k GVWR ratings on their "3/4 ton" trucks where Ram only offers 10k. As far as "squat" goes, I think it's a poor indicator for towing/payload. Generally speaking, there isn't much difference in squat between the manufactures when using just a spring suspension. If I remember right, the big 3 are within an inch or less of each other except for Ram with air suspension. As far as TOWING goes, Ram & ford have been swapping max tow ratings (3500's) for quite a while. GM just entered the competition within the past year. MAX trailer weights(4x4): Ram 2500- 19,980, F250- 19,100, Chevy 2500- 18,500. Ram 3500-34,650, F350- 35,400, Chevy 3500- 31,700 Max for all (4x2) Ram-37,090, Ford- 35,750, Chevy-36,000 These are #'s from each manufacturers towing guides for 2022 vehicles. I thought GM released a new # to "1up" everyone, but I couldn't find it.

[@jamestopeka2236]

@@kendellmoraldo9220 I 100 % disagree with you and I'm talking 61 years of experience having all the brands and sizes .. You're talking past because Ram has beat Them all the last few years . Ford is the only Truck that comes close as Chevrolet has fallen behind . Try looking on here and see how Ram does .

[@roadglide1142]

I got a 2021 F-350 7.3 V8 STX , 430 gears ⚙️. Honestly this thing is a monster compared to the 2018 Ram 2500 6.4 I traded in ! No regrets at all! Snow plow prep gives me two batteries & two alternators too! This thing is rated to tow 20 K gooseneck! Payload is 4368 !

[@freedomisntfree_44]

That’s a lot of payload!

[@JohnSmith-ij4xe]

That’s like Apples 🍎 and oranges 🍊 You do realize your 2018 had a 6 speed auto slow shifting vs the 8 speed quick shifting in the 2019 -2022.😂. Yes if you need payload then ford is the better option but I prefer reliability as I don’t need crazy payload. Both trucks are awesome though

[@epfd217]

Are you saying the Ford is less reliable? Why?

[@rockydubois1052]

Only $99,999 😆

[@David-li4uw]

I HIGHLY doubt the Ram is more reliable than the Ford. In fact, I would bet $ the Ford is more reliable than the Ram.

[@27dmarshall]

Very honest review. Pleasure to watch. Subscribed. It's a testament to both these trucks that you enjoyed and really talked each truck up while driving each one. Can't go wrong with either. I've got a F-250 7.3L SuperCrew on order.

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks Dustin 👍🏾

[@emoore63]

Another great review!! I am glad that you did this as I was questioning on getting rid of my diesel die to DEF.

[@blakegriffis3462]

I think the take home message is that each of the big three offers an excellent option for a gas HD these days. If you're towing heavy from time to time and need to step up from a half ton your hand isn't forced to choose a diesel. It's pretty amazing how far they've come in the last ten years.

[@RicktheKing]

the ford v10 in 90s is very good hauler and reliable

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

@@RicktheKing The 8.1 is better. 6.8 v10 triton are garbage I drive one daily for work and it has zero power.

[@camposvazquez]

@@Back_door_bandit_98 I have an 8.1/1000 combo in my 34.3 foot RV... 8.1.-9.2 mpg in the southwest....

[@adamshaw8214]

My problem with the 7.3 is it has less tourque than a 3.5 ecoboost. Makes no sense.

[@camposvazquez]

@@adamshaw8214 upgrade the turbo and increase boost

[@KC-zr1rd]

I have a 2020 F350 7.3L and have enjoyed it very much. Tow often with zero issues other then those Goodyear Wranglers. I live in Ontario and we get moderate snow and those ten ply Kevlar tires are horrible. They become frozen hockey pucks after year one. Even with the 4x4 active and weight in the rear end I was stuck while compact cars got through the snow. But since upgrading my tires she’s a snow beast again. Great vid!

[@heypaul1971]

Great job, JB! Keep ‘em coming.

[@roywall8169]

I have the F350 version of the ford you drove. My rear end is a 3.7 rather than the 3.5. I have towed with both trucks you tested today, and that is why I chose Ford. The coil suspension on the Dodge made for a white knuckle experience. I was being pushed around by the trailer, where I wasn’t effected at all in the Ford. I have nothing bad to say about the Dodge.

[@paulroesner]

Great comparison. I bought a 7.3 Tremor with 4.30 gears about 1 year, now has 20k miles on it. Mind you, this is the Tremor, 2" higher, 35" tires, no front air dampener. Over 15k of those miles a trailer is attached. We tow a 11k# RV around the country. We are getting about 8-10mpg towing through mountains and foothills in 80-100 degree weather. 11-13mpg if flat land towing. Unhooked, about 14mpg around town. 15-16mpg at 65mph highway driving (RPM at about 1900). This truck is amazing, hasn't let us down. Coming from a 5.7 Tundra, it gets better MPG in every scenario.

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks for sharing 👍🏾👍🏾

[@bryanthornton6787]

11-13 mpg towing is dang good. I'm never going to beat 9.

[@chrisboerman7470]

I love our 2020 1794 4x4 ORP stock towing 7k 5th wheel 10+ mpg at 65mph 18 mpg empty

[@DJMark904]

Thinking about buying this setup, still happy with the 7.3? I'm coming from a tundra also.

[@CountrysideLawnService]

Unfortunately I think I am about to Lemon Law my 7.3 with under 4,000 miles. Leaky trans, terrible/ grinding downshifts sometimes, lurches forward and backwards when selecting greats, trailer brakes and connection disconnect for some reason, CarPlay locks my phone up and the infotainment system goes black and resets sometimes.

[@martymcfly9598]

I was looking for a 3/4 ton truck and considered Chevy, Ford and Dodge. I bought the Ford with the 7.3 with the 3.55 gears. I pull a trailer everyday. Chevy would not order anything for me. Dodge Is no longer a US company and the truck is made in Mexico. I ordered a Ford the way I wanted it on November 16th and received it on January 24th. The Ford was built in Kentucky. I am very happy with everything about the truck. MPG with a trailer is around 9.5 to 10.5. MPG without a trailer is around 13.5 to 15.5 everyday driving. Very happy......

[@royhaught9516]

Iv'e owned Ford trucks since 1973. My last three have had the camper package and snow plow package. That combo makes it a one ton. the camper package comes with overload springs and a rear sway bar. The rear sway bar solves much of the sway problem you noted. Road noise from the tires can be solved by ordering the fender liners. Most all of the " problems " can be solved by knowing the options.

[@cfyves]

I gotta say.... makin' these videos look like fun! Keep em comin'!

[@JB_WhoWork]

They really are, thanks 👍🏾

[@DM-tf6mk]

Another great video! Thanks for that side by side comparison between the two. I've owned all of the big 3 and wanting to stick with Ram for a 2500 but I do like the power with the 7.3. On a side note, I live in Colorado and using my zip to build a vehicle for both Ford and Ram it seems some options do not show but yet are clearly show on the window stickers of the trucks you are testing. Interesting..

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks, I’ve noticed this too, my friend who lives in TX was able to build a Laramie with night edition but I wasn’t able to build it here 🤷‍♂️

[@DM-tf6mk]

@@JB_WhoWork That's interesting. Another video you did I had mentioned the tow tech package on a big horn just like this one but i can't add that package on a big horn here.. Thanks for the reply. Keep up the great content!

[@cperine39]

I really like your reviews! Well done with great advice. I have learned a lot. Thank you!

[@chrisabreedapartnyhc5337]

Cool Comparison,I love my Ram 6.4 but I would love to try the Ford 7.3 gasser,my Ram has more than enough power for what I tow but you know we’re always looking for that extra power just to have it lol I think I mentioned to you that I had a Ford F-250 rental with I think the 6.2 and 6spd trans and while the trans was pretty smooth I had to really step on it to get up those hills where my Ram pulls it without any effort it seems not to mention the ride in the Ram is much more comfortable and I’m comparing a Ram 2500 Laramie to a Ford F-250 King Ranch so the coils definitely make a difference compared to the leafs but that’s just my opinion.Great Video as usual!!

[@davefisher6968]

I so wanted to buy the Ram 2500 with the 6.4 hemi, but instead I went with the Ford, leaf springs, 10 speed transmission, and 7.3 liter V8- that’s 443 cubic inches of instant, you better have the steering wheel pointed where you want to go power, it was the right choice in the end.

[@duggydo]

Good review. I like the video of the engine and rear end you inserted. 👍

[@N4EJM]

Love my 7.3 ‘22 250. Great review as always JB.

[@nbankxworld8614]

Great video as always. Your doing what you are suppose to be doing , you can tell by your passion.

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks bro 👍🏾

[@horsetrader1991]

My man JB, great review, I'm the Dodge man but I believe you to be non bias. Thanks for sharing, Bill

[@ShelbyDJohnson]

Thanks for the unbiased and thorough comparison.

[@burnedagain6187]

I don’t like coil because it does not handle the payload as good as leaf’s! I do enjoy your videos keep it up 👍

[@adubbz23]

Nice job JB you are right with the way things are going hard to not consider a big gas engine over diesel if you dont need. I am looking for a 2500 gas to do my towing as I don't think diesel engines will come down. JB out of the big 3 Chevy, Ram, Ford which gas model 2500 feels most equipped? Can you rate in order 1,2,3 of your choice for driving? Seen your reviews of the Chevy 2500 gas and I like the look.

[@JohnDiMartino]

Good review! Agree with your results,it’s just hard not to love the big 7.3L especially since it has no GDI or cylinder deactivation and still returns good mileage. If your towing more than a car trailer the Ford just blows the 6.4 out of the water.Love the Ram interior but it was 10 k more,the Ford would have the big screen too fir 10 k more.

[@MrTonaluv]

Yes the RAM was 10k more so the review wasn't really apples for apples was it. FORD still King Of Trucks

[@dufusfinder9771]

@@MrTonaluv too bad its so Fugly!

[@waynemeredith4287]

Thanks for the comparison. Two things. When comparing fuel mileage I have found when you have similar vehicles (3/4 ton pickup weighing in at 7000 pounds) it don’t matter what engine (same fuel) transmission or gear ratio. They will be very close. It takes a certain amount of energy to move that vehicle. And second the coil springs over the leaf springs. Coil give you a smoother ride for sure. Leaf springs however carry the weight better. That is the truck handles better when fully loaded. You looking for a smooth comfortable ride like a Cadillac you want coils. Then buy a Cadillac 😊. You going to haul loads that weigh a bit you want leaf springs. Buy a Ford😊.

[@Jnoons2117]

Awesome comparison video! Fan of both ram and ford. They both offer great options that make them good contenders in the hd truck world. That 7.3 is a beast! Great content, best truck channel on youtube! God bless and keep up the great work!

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks Josh and God bless to you 👍🏾

[@duramaxbradentonsaltwaterf9471]

Great video again.. keep it up

[@toushhog]

I have the same ford with 4.30s. I have been in many diesels and this is my first gasser. I do not regret the swop! If your going to run over sized tires or pull heavier loads in my opinion 4.30s are a must.

[@tsc7299]

A fair analysis. Loved the video. ( NOW SUBSCRIBED )

[@matriximaster]

50 years ago semi's had Ford I6 300CI engines with 160HP. Everything today is more power than anyone will ever need.

[@mikerydlewski1111]

Thanks for the review I just ordered a 23 F250 Godzilla comes standard now and in a lariat it’s one gorgeous high tech loaded vehicle that actually compared to the ram costs $3000 less and the ram 2500 Laramie does not offer power deployable runningboards the 12 inch screen placement is also way better in the Ford having it horizontal versus vertical gives you more usable space for the back up view and the 360 surround view

[@rontopping2048]

All ram with 6.4 have a engine rap when cold . Only reason for purchasing a ram would be for the Cummins. 7.3 is a beast and fairly good on fuel .

[@larrymorris7569]

Not true. My 2016 RAM 2500 with the 6.4 is quiet and smooth. Just completed 165,000 miles with no issues. Went from a Cummins to the gasser. Meets my needs. Fords are great trucks; just not quite as good as the RAM

[@rontopping2048]

@@larrymorris7569 you must have a special 6.4 . Every ram I fired up at dealership , cold start rap

[@cujo229]

I like that ram allows upgrades that ford won't without picking expensive trim levels. But I would love for ram to update cabin size on crew cab and also upgrade fuel tank size if picking long bed like ford.

[@brucebmendoza]

This was an awesome comparison video. I can truly appreciate the setting aside the ram love. Being a ram guy myself, I can appreciate the honest opinion on the fords 7.3 performance. Damn now I want a new RAM 2500 Mega cab with ram air even more. Lol

[@MikeSmith-ey7ku]

Ram air🤣 that doesn’t do a thing. Just a different placement of the intake snorkel

[@brucebmendoza]

Oh no. I meant the Ram air suspension. Huge difference in ride quality for my everyday family car. And since I live in L.A. diesel isn’t much needed. I don’t tow or haul so gas engine is perfect for my need. But I would love to drive the ford 7.3 tho. Their black edition super dutys are beautiful

[@calebniederhofer6529]

@@brucebmendoza If you don’t tow or haul, why would you need a 3/4 ton truck?

[@adamshaw8214]

@@calebniederhofer6529 under 10000 you dont.

[@Mattyice4280]

My 2017 6.7 Powerstroke F250 is averaging 20mpg not deleted. I run a Banks tuner that only adds power above a certain throttle position. I have a Banks 5” exhaust, Banks cold air intake, and a Banks rear diff cover. Non of those upgrades have improved or reduced mpg under normal driving but while towing I’m getting 10-12 mpg towing an 8000 lbs camper. A 7.3 gas getting 14 mpg, I couldn’t imagine how crappy it would get towing my camper.

[@Robert-pm6bm]

Great video!

[@Volcopro1]

7.3 is best gas and better then diesels. No egr/blue def/part filter/ regen. I Have both 6.7D and the 7.3G never stops impressing me. Had to pull a 20k trailer when the 6.7 egr sensor went bad. Handled it no problem. When my whipple comes in I'm gonna be shitting on all the coal rollers

[@JB_WhoWork]

That’s awesome 👍🏾

[@Mattman2500]

2022 Ram 6.4 Hemi owner here. My truck has 4:10 gears and sits on 35" tires. I do some side work. With a 15k gooseneck dump trailer. Like hauling firewood, trash mulch, stone ,ect..... I have yet to regret getting a gasser. It's not flat here either. I actually just pulled a tracktor in the trailer. Up through Pennsylvania to NY . My buddy pulled it back with his GMC 2500 Denali diesel. He got 9.2 mpg I got 10 mpg . That's not the first time either. Time will tell but this truck is awesome.

[@BBQROCKSTAR178]

Great comparison! Thanks man.

[@kentapley9315]

I agree with you, we have both of these trucks between me and my brother. We have tested them against each other in every way just for fun. The ford is by far the truck we both like. Ford outperformed the Ram in every area. Shortly we both will have the ford. And we arnt brand loyal to any brand.

[@SuperDuty23XL]

Trying to decide what my next truck will be. Would like to go to a 2500; concern is mpg. I currently have a Ram 1500 5.7. Great info and video. Think you’ve helped decide to go for the 2500. But have to get one with Ram boxes. Love my Ram boxes.

[@Tool0GT92]

I'm in the same boat probably can get 17mpg if you drive mostly highway and take it easy whereas the 1500 would get about 20.

[@JohnSmith-ev1sm]

In my 2019 5th gen Ram 1500, you can always have the gear number visible if you change that in one of the settings somewhere, possibly uconnect. You don't have to have gear limiter on to see your gear.

[@bryanstaten5585]

A realistic mpg comparison would be, motors at operating temp, reset mpg at an on ramp and run 65 mph for 100 miles. Short run mpg ratings aren't accurate. Better yet run a full tank of fuel at 65 mph after truck is broke in and has a fee oil changes ran through it.

[@kgsartin]

Thank you for the comparo. I would rather see fuel mileage proven by the pump and not the factory ecm. Both Ford and Ram ecm's have variance.

[@highwayman1218]

The real difference between the two? The F250 is designed to last. The Ram is designed as a Hemi-swap mobile carrying case. My F250 (6.2) worktrucks have been anvils. My Ram 2500 (6.4) spend more time at the dealer then working. Good video 👍

[@bubbabiker5653]

I would like to see a similar comparison between the 6.4L and the Ford 6.2L. Since both engines are the base engines for the HD's.

[@morgandelgado4763]

That ford 7.3 gas engine has the aftermarket community going on full gear, currently owning a diesel truck to be exact 97 f350 powerstroke dually. and refuse to get my hands on a modern diesel truck that Godzilla engine its very promising by the reviews it looks reliable. now when towing my 7k travel trailer @ 30 ft will test your driving skills getting Gas. thanks for the vid

[@tallyman15]

Ram all day for. Recently purchased a 2022 Limited. Rides like on a cloud. Was a GMC owner prior.

[@jamestopeka2236]

I'm 61 years old and I've have all the brands and sizes and in my hauling and towing experiences I find that Ram is the best . I'm driving a 2020 1500 off road package Ram now that I got new and towing my 25 foot travel trailer that I live full time in . I get 21.7 miles per gallon not towing .

[@renflo86]

Awesome video

[@TheRealThaenatos]

I’m 5 minutes or less from Century! Your 1: driving by my house and 2: showing how these trucks work on the very roads I use ALL the time! Might make my decision harder!

[@JB_WhoWork]

Haha that’s awesome!

[@rogers169]

Pretty good review, though I do have to disagree with one point. I would say that the Lariat (that has the bigger screen and nicer interior) is more directly comparable to Ram Bighorn you were driving, hence the $10000 price difference.

[@JB_WhoWork]

The XLT/Big Horn do compete in the same category however RAM allows for more available options, if you knock off night edition/BH level B?/12 inch display, the price would be more in line with the Ford. These options are not available at all on the Ford 👍🏾

[@danah.320]

Excellent comparison!

[@JB_WhoWork]

Thanks!

[@herb7877]

Just as an FYI.... My 22' F350XLT 7.3L, 3:73 rear 10spd with only 5k miles on the clock got 17.5 mpg on a 400 mile frwy run empty; ~13 around town & 10.3 ave on a 4k trip towing a 7400 tt. I was going to order a F250 but they do not come with a 3:73 with the 7.3L. The 3:55 or 4:30 are the only options. The F350 7.3L has 3:73 or 4:30 options. No issues towing over hills & mtns. The 10 spd tranny is as smooth as silk. At times it feels like a CVT. Since the Ram was $10k more you could have moved up to a F250 Lariat for ~$6k over the XLT and had a better comp. and still add another $4k in more options if you wanted.. I found the coil rear nice when empty but preferred the leaf's when under load or towing. In the end; 1-2 mpg's for buying a 3/4 or 1T truck should be pretty low on the priority list. These are built to work. A small Honda or Toyota car won't tow or take the load of these but will get great mpg's. Two different tools.

[@gopink5402]

Hey. Want to know how many gallon tank ur holding? 36 gallon or 48 gallon or ?? Let me know. Thanks

[@alexs3187]

It’s just 3.73 and 4.30. Not 3:73 or 4:30.

[@christopherdalley411]

JB, I need a good video look into the engine bay of the 7.3 Godzilla not just the top end of it. However, down to where the steering box is connected all down in the bottom section, the sides of the motor the whole thing. Think you can make it happen?

[@skycoh3581]

Great video

[@sprint2648]

Ram definitely has a nicer interior but one thing to consider is if you live in the rust belt the Ford body will long outlast the Ram.

[@jamestopeka2236]

Maybe the older Rams but it's about the same with the newer models . I see about the same here in WV . But a lot of that depends on how well you take care of any brand .

[@grantfuller6123]

That’s just an old stereotype, new rams don’t really have a issue with rusting, meanwhile the new ford body style people are reporting them to be rusting already.

[@dereknew5298]

@@grantfuller6123 hmmmm, aluminum doesn’t rust…..

[@keithbrown3615]

@@dereknew5298 Yeah, it just corrodes.

[@TexasHarleyBoy65]

I really appreciate your approach in comparing different vehicles. I love Ford products, but there are a FEW THINGS that Ram does better. On a side note, I work for Morton Salt, and Ford's use of aluminum body panels is a God send, for those of us who encounter a lot of exposure to salt.

[@jamesmcintire3800]

Thanks for posting this video I’m looking at a heavy duty truck but don’t want to deal with the maintenance issues and repair costs of a diesel, but I still want something that will consistently tow 15k plus. I really like the interior of the Ram but the 6.4 just can’t touch the power of the 7.3 in the Ford.

[@kevinduffy2502]

nice to see the 460 brought back

[@khakiswag]

One thing Ford learned from their European operations in the 80's and migrated to all their products starting with the Taurus is attention to subtle details that improve the owner experience like tactile feel and click sounds of buttons and switches. For example, the sound and cadence of of the Ford's turn signal is more pleasant than other trucks IMO. It also doesn't cancel in mid flash, it completes the flash then stops even if the lever auto cancels after the turn.The signal in the Ram sounds more tinny. You don't notice things like that until you drive something else. It's a very small detail that when you put it all together makes the user experience better.

[@michaeldail1642]

Did the Ford have the Tremor Package or the FX4 upgrade? The first supposedly had the better suspension like the Ram runs in their off road package.

[@gearjunkie3402]

From the factory the Ram may not show you what gear your in but you can change it the settings to always show the gear regardless of using the range selector. I did in my own without any scan tool.

[@jackwantit9101]

How did you do that, I have a 2020 ?

[@gearjunkie3402]

@@jackwantit9101 if you have the same 7 inch screen you just put it park. Scroll until you get to screen setup. Scroll till you see current gear. Click that then scroll to on and click it.

[@fivesfilms]

JB, have you driven a Ram with the adaptive steering system? Compare adaptive to normal steering? Thoughts?

[@trutheye1]

Man, I wish so bad I could buy that Ford, I absolutely love that truck. For now I guess I’m stuck with my old 2001 f250 with a 7.3 diesel that just refuses to quit.

[@EricFortuneJr.]

I like the tread pattern of the Goodyears on the Ford, it’s more aggressive. Not sure why Ram chose the Firestone “Transport”. It looks like a a highway/towing/MPG tire, but Firestone does offer more competitive tires to the Goodyear that was on the F250. It’s interesting how manufacturers price their trucks and what they offer at each price point, tires included.. Ram seems like it isn’t packaged to be a work truck with those tires and the coil suspension. The F250 has the thick leaf springs and aggressive tires (along with the strong gearing) makes it a better tow rig. I know each one can be configured per customer needs, but these are the first things I thought of.

[@jamesthomas9153]

You should be able to program the center dash display to show the current gear. It just has to be turned on. I have a 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn and I have mine set to do so and I have the same basic setup.

[@richvangorder3900]

I got the 7.3 Tremor in its 1st year(2020). Was very excited about big bore power in a small block high rpm capable engine. Best part? It has no engine nannies like cylinder deactivation which will undoubtedly rear its ugly head in the long run. Another huge perk is the 7.3 produces 90% of its 475 lb ft at 1100 rpm. Thats just off idle... add the 4.30s and you got a tractor that breathes real well up high too. No DEF, no destructive emmissions, no 10k upcharge, much cheaper maintenaince and much lower cost of fuel compared to the diesel. Also if you look up the comparable cummins and duramax it beats it out in gross towing. Not much. About 2,000 lbs. But thats saying some thing.

[@tcabner]

This is exactly why I just ordered a 2023 F350 XLT long bed crew cab srw with the 7.3 gasser to replace my 2022 RAM 3500 with the Cummins. The new diesels are just one big expensive headache. Between the fuel costs, maintenance costs, and emissions BS, I’ll take the small hit on MPG’s and downshifting a bit more on the hills while towing.

[@chadward6978]

Think your acceleration test was from 50 to 70 at half throttle in the Ford. Started at 40 here and went 80. The numbers are always empirical but feel is totally subjective. The HP and TQ is so close with the HD gassers big three with weight being close as well. So hard to say. Thx for the info.

[@alexs3187]

@My Pronoun is WTF GM had no input on the 10R140

[@johnpeters9793]

@@alexs3187 kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2HGe32VabFkbs0

[@edward1967able]

I can see the 7.3 in my driveway right about now then I woke up, oh well I have to hold on to my 4.7 ram for now for maybe 2-5 years :-)

[@tedkoch357]

I test drove both and I went with the Ford F-250 platinum Tremor 410 rear end

[@JB_WhoWork]

Congrats!

[@williamallen5369]

Ford best for towing/working. Ram best for everyday living occasional towing. now time to do all three together.

[@billlancaster7219]

I am a fellow Marylander. I have an 08 Ram 2500 with the 6.7 diesel and have been thinking about going to a gasser. I have a 42ft 5th wheel that I move maybe twice a year. I think that the Ford will need to be bagged when dropping a 5th wheel in it. I would really like to see ride levels with 5th wheels dropped in them. Thanks for the video.

[@formernavyspook]

A completely unscientific observation from the nomad world...you see almost exclusively Ford Super Duty F250/350s towing 5th wheel trailers.

[@johnvehling6304]

JB - Two things: First, I just completed a purely scientific MPG test on my F250 7.3. I had to take it in to the dealership to get the cat converter replaced, thanks to a thief. You would not believe the mileage I got while the truck was in the shop!!! Yes, better than any EV... I know it is hard to believe that a big gas engine did so well, but it did!! Second, I'm beginning to think that you may just be a closet Godzilla fan. Great video, Sir.

[@stantheman66]

I've been thinking about getting a power wagon putting bags and 3/4 ton springs on it and load e tires and then I'll have the best of both worlds. Having 410 gears locking diffs and payload. I know it won't be legal payload but it would have the payload standard that a Laramie would have.

[@buelldad]

I'm on the fence between Ram and Ford myself (gasser) but am waiting another 2-3 years to see if Cummins is going to unleash the agnostic fuel 6.7 into the market. I'd be tempted to see what that block will do, as I think the 6.4 needs a marginal bump.

[@coozhunter4434]

I drove both these trucks back to back and I bought the RAM. It was no comparison for me. I had ordered the Ford but one came in and I tested them side by side and cancelled my order and bought the RAM. The RAM has WAY better interior, way better ride, better mileage, tons of power with the 4-10 rear end and an incredible transmission, best I've ever used. The Ford has a good motor, but the 10 speed I drove was terrible when it down shifted. Cheesy interior, worse mileage. No more power that I could notice. Just my .02$

[@CharlesHam1906]

Well said. "it's what's inside that counts" 😂

[@Uncle_Fester24]

Just so you know the Ford 10 speed is s learning transmission. About 3k its as smooth as butter.

[@itisfinished4U]

@@Uncle_Fester24 I had a 2015 Silverado that shifted terrible from the day I drove it off the lot until I got rid of it at 10k miles, the dealer told me it was learning my driving patterns and would smooth out. It never got any better and I've had two Rams in a 1/2 and a 2021 3/4 ton since that truck and the transmissions are absolutely incredible performers and 100x more smooth. I don't know if I just had a retard that couldn't learn in the gm truck or what but I do know my Rams are smooth from day 1.

[@stevenhooten4275]

I can care less about interior the ford has way better inside and out in my opinion with the best look outside I'm a ford guy and looked at em all and I just couldn't stand owning anything but a ford super duty and my wife isn't biased at all doesn't care about cars at all and we went over all three brands looking at em in person and sat in all three of em and she picked the ford

[@stevenhooten4275]

And I drove my uncle's 2020 f250 with the 7.3l it had no problem shifting and I was getting 17 mpg it was at 10k miles almost 11k took off and went to 8th gear at 70 because that is the speed limit down 7 in centerville texas and was around the 1100 to 1200 getting to 70 but at 70 was around 1000 to 1070 rpm range it drove very well my wife loved how big it was then when driving it and his and ours we're going to get is an xlt trim around 51k hers will have the 6.2l mine will have the chassis cab f350 with the 7.3l both crew cab long bed and mine is around 53k how I set em both up

[@beau4526]

Any idea of MPG would be if there were Four Wheel Popup camper in the rear? Looking to Get an 8ft bed, 4x4, double cab. The camper would be about 1200-1500 lbs fully loaded. Thanks

[@bobe2924]

I recently bought the 2022 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi w/8’bed and I love it! Interior much nicer then the ford.

[@JB_WhoWork]

Congrats!

[@MRHEAT20]

JB great review- I went to the dealer website to check out the Ford and I was disappointed that they added 5000.00 for market adjustment I know where in a new age but I’m old school and think that is BS - how about making an extended warranty mandatory so I get a little something for my extra 5000 bucks - when I’m ready to buy I will pay you to negotiate a deal for me 🍻

[@andycarrell7320]

it depends on the dealer, i ordered ford f250 2 months ago with no market adjustment, the other dealer in town was 1000.00 the next town over 3000.00, so look around.

[@rustyshakelford9777]

If you order one there is no markup

[@rustyshakelford9777]

@@andycarrell7320 I ordered a lariat 8 months ago and they finally started to build it last week

[@JohnSmith-dj5gf]

Ordered a new F350 Lariat Ultimate Tremor 7.3L with factory 12K winch Antimatter blue in January. Can’t wait til she’s in my driveway!

[@babslemonadelife1492]

The tires are the Ford are amazing. Put 70,000 miles on the set with decent tread left.

[@truth959]

You can't get heated seats on Ford until you upgrade to their top package. Ford just loves to fleece their customers.

[@Rabercable]

I have 2024 ram2500 6.4L hemi 3.73 gears…. 9mpg !!! Grated its winter here in Canada and less than 2000 miles on her

[@coozhunter4434]

Okay full disclosure, I'm the guy that bought the RAM instead.... Since then I sold it. It drove great empty with decent mileage. But man, pulling my 12,000 pound fifth wheel the hemi was HORRIBLE. I got 5.5 mpg. Actually ran out of gas double towing across TX. With the tiny tank on the RAM I could barely go 150 miles and would have to stop and fill up. Then having to use stupid special 0w-40 oil at 10 bucks a quart because the hemi has common lifter failures just drove me crazy. I still like their interior the best and that zf 8 speed but now I'm looking at GMC 6.6 gas or Ford's Godzilla. I test drove another Godzilla and the 10 speed shifted WAY better now. I think they got the bugs worked out of it! Ram needs to update the hemi engines bad.

[@johnnielingo5368]

JB, I'd like to see the ford 6.2 10 speed vs ram

[@RJArrayCPA]

What would any of you guys choose for a bare bones work truck 3/4 ton w/ single cab, 8 foot bed: the F250 XL or the ram 2500 tradesmen?

[@jayboogie7956]

Regardless of who is "faster", I can truly care less. Only one thing is important to me....... RAM NEEDS to drop their 2500 prices so I can get one without pulling my hair out 🤣

[@joegrau5431]

They are no where near the cost of a Ford 🤣 buy a 3500 it's cheaper then a 2500 I paid 54k for my cummins 3500 6 grand less then if I have bought the 2500

[@frp1276]

@@joegrau5431 totally. I don't even understand the purpose of a 2500 these days. Either you need to do work and you get a 3500 or heavier or you go to a half ton or smaller

[@slaytanic921]

@@frp1276 nah. My 2500 is doing what I need it to do. A 1/2 ton can’t do what I’m asking and the 3500 would give me payload I don’t need.

[@frp1276]

@@slaytanic921 reevaluate your life

[@slaytanic921]

@@frp1276 no lol. Nice response. I suppose you’d just like to blindly speak for people.

[@Lilfarmrboy]

What I gathered from this video: if you want a comfortable grocery getter and date night truck buy a Ram. If you want a real motor that can tow a house buy a Ford. 🤷🏼‍♂️ Seriously though Imho Ram has the better interior and better ride but their electronics (and the non German transmission) are notoriously bad. Ford seems to have the better “real” truck that might not be as refined as the Ram but generally you know it will get the job done no matter what you throw at it.

[@OffRoadOverlandCamping]

What is the best Ford diesel truck for off roading and camping?

[@DieselAddict-vs9fc]

The ZF transmission is probably one of the best transmission companies out there. I really wish they'd put one behind a cummins. It would solve alot of issues. I put transforce tired on my duramax. Goodness what a terrible idea. It was like 1500$ for a stock size tire, that is around 40% tread at 25k miles. Nitto or Toyo is definitely the way to go. Just my opinion

[@mindcrime8545]

Can you compare the trailer backup assist package of Ford and Ram? I thought only Ford had the trailer backup assist package that allows you to turn a knob to back up your trailer but I just learned that Ram also offers this option. Which works better?

[@TheGenerationX894]

Just turn the steering wheel, that's a really useless option imo. If you need a knob rather than a fifteen inch steering wheel you probably shouldn't be towing.

[@chris-zc7rp]

@@TheGenerationX894I mean I use to hitch up without a backup camera but I sure as hell use it now. Stupid comment on a technology feature that makes life easier. You still using a dial up phone?

[@dh-kb3nb]

I agree that it takes the ram longer to go from 41mph all the way to 81mph, than it takes the ford to go from 48mph to 70mph. But if you go back to 10:00 and 21:20 mark you'll see that the ram adds 20mph about a second faster than the ford. Or if you count both truck 50 to 70 , its the same. Just saying.

[@imonfire8782]

Can you do me a favor, please regularly measure from the ground to the bottom of the bed so we can get an idea of hitch height for 5th wheel trailers. Seems these trucks keep getting taller every year and harder to level out 5th wheel trailers. Thanks

[@JB_WhoWork]

Measure from the tailgate?

[@imonfire8782]

@@JB_WhoWork yes please!

[@donaldthomas5852]

I would have to take the Ford 7.3 big block. It’s hard to beat a big block like the old Ford 460ci they are hard on fuel but they could pull and had toque. I am a Chevy guy I have a 2004 Chevy 3500 4.10 gears with a gas 8.1 it’s a 496 in cubic inches , 5 speed Allison transmission. 262,000 miles and still running strong. Because of my experience with my big block Chevy, I think the Ford 7.3 be a close comparison. My 8.1 is awesome when pulling. I will never sell it. Just did front end work and new heavy duty shocks. Now if they were talking about Diesel engine I would take a Cummins Dodge over a Ford Powerstroke. I also have a 2001 Chevy 2500HD Duramax 92,000 miles

[@denistaramasso9724]

It's not what you can tow it's what you can stop when you lose your trailer brakes.

[@mftoutdoors7483]

Thanks , that’s great fuel economy, I juts got a 2022 2500 4x4 tradesman ans I can’t get over 11.5 mpg. My average is 10 mpg, I do idle a bit. Still love my truck.

[@JB_WhoWork]

It will get better with time, one of my friends saw about 2 MPG better. I always air my tires to max and seem to always get a little better that way 👍🏾

[@mftoutdoors7483]

Thanks, I still love the truck , I know the engine is still too new and it needs to open up. Thanks

[@VFio689]

I'm running a 20 tradesman 6.4 with 4.10 diff gears. Have a ladder rack, always carrying tools. Running 35s and took the front air dam off. I'm running about 7200 curb weight. At 20k miles I can get 13mpg average. I think if I was totally back to stock unloaded don't see 15 being a problem honestly.

[@mftoutdoors7483]

@@VFio689 uff, I run stock tires and 3:73 gears stock. I recently started airing up to 75psi and can get about 11 mpg. I drive very slow. Don’t know what’s going on. Still love my truck. Thanks

[@davef1852]

JB, interesting comparison, especially since I'm trying to decide between 2024 versions of these vehicles/engines. One concern is that mpg comparison over such a short course is probably useless as minor differences in driving style could cause errors. Also, after owning many CDRJ vehicles and comparing mpg reading from the trip computer with my driver log calculated mpg, the CJRD instrument reading is always unreliable, often by 5-10%, and almost always read higher mpg than true mpg. I don't have any experience with Ford mpg accuracy, so can't comment on the F-250 mpg.

[@samdorchester2524]

I have a 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie and just traded for the same exact truck and options. Should have it in a couple of months. I went with the Ram again because of the interior and the ride. It pulls my 8,000-pound RV great with the off-road package. The negative issue with the Ram is that the spare tire is not the same as the other four tires on the truck. I had a tire that couldn't be fixed so I had to purchase a tire that was not the same because finding the original tire is almost impossible. The other issue I have is that you can only use a special brand and weight of racing oil for the truck. Wish Dodge Ram would put a larger fuel tank because when towing the RV I need to stop every couple of hours for gas. I just don't like Ford's interior and ride as much as the Ram.

[@JB_WhoWork]

Great points 👍🏾

[@redbeard2446]

What do you mean by special brand and weight of racing oil. What is the brand and wight? I have an 18' 1500 I use ams oil at the weight the book says for the truck. Am I hurting the engine?

[@samdorchester2524]

The truck manual states that you need Pennzoil Platinm Euro FS 0W40. To my knowledge Amsoil doesn’t offer that weight. Just got my new 2022 2500 and haven’t decided what brand I will use but probably pennzoil. Have no clue if it will hurt your engine but I want proof I used the correct oil if another motor goes bad. After two engines with the same ticking problem I am going to record everything. Good luck with your engine.

[@redbeard2446]

@@samdorchester2524 good to know...thank you sir