2022 Ram 2500 vs. Ford Super Duty

If you’re looking for a sleek, innovative truck, the 2022 Ram 2500 and 2022 Ford Super Duty both are excellent options. These models are ideal for individuals and families who want a vehicle with powerful towing capacity, high-tech safety features, and a polished exterior. But which one is a better fit for your unique lifestyle and needs? Read on to explore the similarities and differences between these two advanced pickup trucks so you can decide which one is best for you.

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Pricing

The MSRP for the Tradesman trim of the 2022 Ram 2500 starts at $40,865. Naturally, as more advanced trims have a higher quantity of special features, they tend to have higher prices. Here are the prices of each of the other trims:

• The Big Horn starts at $44,985 MSRP.
• The Laramie starts at $56,565 MSRP.
• The Power Wagon starts at $60,805 MSRP.
• The Limited Longhorn starts at $64,135 MSRP.
• The Limited starts at $68,800 MSRP.

The 2022 Ford Super Duty F-250 XL trim starts at $37,895 MSRP. With a whopping 17 other trims, there are more than enough choices to choose from. Here are the other primary trim levels of the F-250 level:

• The F-250 XLT starts at $42,920 MSRP.
• The F-250 LARIAT starts at $51,305 MSRP.
• The F-250 King Ranch starts at $66,295 MSRP.
• The F-250 Platinum starts at $69,610 MSRP.
• The F-250 Limited starts at $88,330 MSRP.

Engine Specs

The 2022 Ram 2500 comes with two different engine options. The 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 engine delivers top-notch responsiveness, 850 lb-ft of torque, and 370 horsepower. This pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission. The 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 engine comes standard on each model, delivering best-in-class 410 gas horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with the 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission.

Here’s the lineup of powerful engines available for the 2022 Ford Super Duty:

• The 7.3-liter gas V-8 engine has 430 horsepower, 475 lb-ft of torque, and best-in-class gas power ratings.
• The 6.7-liter Power Stroke V-8 Turbo Diesel engine has 475 horsepower, 1,050 lb-ft of torque, and a 36,000-psi fuel-injection system.
• The 6.2-liter flex-fuel gas V-8 engine comes standard in F-250 and F-350 models with a TorqShift G six-speed transmission or a 10-speed automatic transmission, respectively.
• All Super Duty models except for the F-250 come with TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission.

Trim Levels

The trims of the 2022 Ram 2500 are the Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, Power Wagon, Limited Longhorn, and Limited. The primary trim levels of the 2022 Ford Super Duty are XL, XLT, LARIAT, King Ranch, Platinum, and Limited. Then, each trim type has an F-250, F-350, and F-450 version.

Paint Color Options

For the 2022 Ram 2500, the paint color options vary by trim. Here are the color and coat options for the Tradesman, Big Horn, Laramie, and Limited Longhorn:

• Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat.
• Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat.
• Billet Silver Metallic Clear-Coat.
• Patriot Blue Pearl-Coat.
• Delmonico Red Pearl-Coat.
• Flame Red Clear-Coat.
• Bright White Clear-Coat.

The Limited has all these options except Flame Red. The Limited Longhorn and Laramie also have a Pearl White option. Finally, the Power Wagon comes in a Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat monotone color and a variety of two-tone exteriors.

The 2022 Ford Super Duty comes in the following hues:

• Race Red.
• Oxford White.
• Iconic Silver.
• Rapid Red Metallic.
• Star White Metallic.
• Stone Gray.
• Agate Black.
• Antimatter Blue.
• Carbonized Gray.
• Atlas Blue.

Safety & Tech Features

This year’s Ram 2500 comes with a variety of safety and driver-assist features, including:

• Forward collision warning with active braking.
• LaneSense lane-departure warning.
• Adaptive cruise control with stop.
• ParkSense front and rear park assist.
• Trailer 360-degree surround-view camera.
• Trailer hitch light.
• Digital rearview mirror with tow mode.
• Driver information digital cluster display.

You can also expect these technological features in your 2022 Ram 2500:

• The Uconnect 5C system with a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot has a huge touch screen offering personalization for up to five user profiles and dual-phone connectivity.
• You’ll get a complimentary six-month subscription to the SiriusXM Platinum Plan.
• You’ll get Android Auto to mirror the features of your smartphone on your car’s dashboard.
• The 900-watt Harman Kardon premium audio system surrounds you and your passengers with 17 speakers for an immersive listening experience.

With the Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology suite, you’ll get the following driver-assist technologies in the Ford Super Duty:

• Pro trailer backup assist.
• Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking.
• Adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning with brake support.
• Blind spot information system with trailer coverage.
• Lane-keeping alert.
• Auto high-beam headlamps.
• Rearview camera.
• Hill descent control.
• Trail control.

You’ll also get the following technology features with this year’s Ford Super Duty:

• SYNC technology gives you a user-friendly 12-inch touch screen with voice recognition and cloud-based connectivity capabilities.
• The Ford+Alexa app gives you access to voice navigation, traffic data, and Amazon Prime shopping and allows you to control your smart-home devices.
• The wireless charging pad in the center console can charge a broad variety of devices while the vehicle is running or in accessory mode.
• The 8-inch LCD productivity screen displays seven screens of information, including towing functions and profiles of up to 10 trailers.

Towing Capacity

Either engine you get, the 2022 Ram 2500 provides a massive towing capacity to drivers. Whether you want to pull a boat or trailer on your adventures, you can rely on this model to handle it. The 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 engine boasts 20,000 pounds of towing capacity and a 3,160-pound payload. The 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 engine delivers 17,540 pounds of towing capacity and a 4,010-pound payload.

Thanks to the powerful engines and transmissions, the 2022 Ford Super Duty delivers extraordinary towing capacity. Here are the towing capacity specifications of this vehicle:

• Available 37,000-pound gooseneck tow rating.
• Maximum available gas conventional towing rating of 21,000 pounds.
• Maximum available 7,850-pound payload rating.
• 45,300-pounds gross combination weight rating.

As you can probably tell, many have a hard time choosing between these two modern pickup trucks. Along with high-performing engines, exceptional safety features, and contemporary looks, these vehicles also have roomy, comfortable cabins and amazing off-roading capabilities. If you have any questions about these models or other new pickup trucks available, don’t hesitate to contact us at our dealership in Georgetown, Kentucky. One of our trained professionals will be more than happy to assist you with your auto needs. Plus, you can also schedule a test drive to experience the feel and handling of these vehicles for yourself.

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