2 sport trucks, head to head
The 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 R/T and the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab are staunch competitors in the sporty truck segment. Both have V8 engines with horsepower coming in around the 400 mark, but only one has 4WD and seats 5: the 2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor.
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Curb Weight - Automatic (lb.) | 4788 | 6016 | 4684 | ||
| Curb Weight - Manual (lb.) | No data | No data | No data | ||
| Wheelbase (in.) | 120.00 | 133.00 | 120.00 | ||
| Length (in.) | 209.00 | 220.60 | 209.00 | ||
| Width (in.) | 79.40 | 86.30 | 79.40 | ||
| Height (in.) | 74.70 | 78.50 | 74.60 | ||
| Track Front (in.) | 68.00 | 73.60 | 68.00 | ||
| Track Rear (in.) | 67.50 | 73.60 | 67.50 | ||
| Ground Clearance (in.) | 9.80 | 9.50 | 9.70 | ||
Cargo Area Dimensions |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Length (in.) | 76.30 | 66.00 | 76.30 | ||
| Width at Wheelwell (in.) | 51.00 | 50.00 | 51.00 | ||
| Width at Wall (in.) | 66.40 | 65.20 | 66.40 | ||
| Depth (in.) | 20.10 | 22.40 | 20.10 | ||
Steering, Suspension & Brakes |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Turning Diameter (ft.) | 40.00 | 44.60 | 39.50 | ||
| Steering Type | R&P | R&P | R&P | ||
| Front Suspension | Ind | Ind | Ind | ||
| Rear Suspension | Live | Live | Live | ||
| Tires | 285/45R22 | 315/70R17 | 265/70R17 | ||
Exterior Lighting |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Automatic Headlights | Std. | Std. | Std. | ||
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Fog Lights | Std. | Std. | Opt. | ||
| High Intensity Discharge Headlights | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light | Std. | Std. | Std. | ||
Exterior |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Bodyside/Cab Step or Running Board | Opt. | Std. | Opt. | ||
| Front Air Dam | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Rear Spoiler | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Skid Plate or Underbody Protection | N/A | Std. | N/A | ||
| Splash or Mud Guards | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Wind Deflector or Buffer for Convertibles | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Power Sliding Side Van Door | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Power Trunk Lid | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
Wheels & Tires |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Alloy Wheels | Std. | Std. | Opt. | ||
| Chrome Wheels | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Full Size Spare Tire | Std. | Std. | Std. | ||
| Self Sealing/Run Flat Tires | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Steel Wheels | Opt. | N/A | Std. | ||
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Power Windows | Std. | Std. | Opt. | ||
| Exterior Auto. Day/Night or Electrochromic Mirror | Std. | Opt. | N/A | ||
| Glass Rear Window on Convertible | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Heated Exterior Mirror | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | ||
| Interior Auto. Day/Night or Electrochromic Mirror | Std. | Std. | N/A | ||
| Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | ||
| Privacy Glass or Deep Tinted Glass | N/A | Std. | N/A | ||
| Interval Wipers | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Rain Sensing Wipers | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Rear Window Defogger | N/A | Std. | N/A | ||
| Rear Wiper | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
| Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window | Opt. | N/A | Opt. | ||
Towing |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
1500 Tradesman Regular Cab SWB 4X2 |
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| Tow Hitch Receiver | Opt. | Std. | Std. | ||
| Towing Prep. Package | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| Next Steps |
1500 R/T 4X2 |
F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCab 5.5-ft. Bed 4X4 |
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