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Ford F-150 Raptor Vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX: High Performance Truck Comparison

New Ford F-150 Raptor

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Summary

  • Price: Raptor wins. While the Ford F-150 Raptor R and Ram 1500 SRT TRX are closely priced, the standard F-150 Raptor is significantly more affordable.
  • Engine & Specs: SRT TRX wins. Although extremely close, the Ram 1500 SRT TRX produces slightly more horsepower and torque.
  • Speed & Performance: Raptor wins. While 0-60 mph time, quarter-mile time, and top speed are nearly identical, the Raptor R can hit 100 mph nearly a whole second sooner than the SRT TRX.1
  • Handling & Suspension: Tie. Both models offer performance-oriented shock systems and dual-valve technology.
  • Off-Road Technology & Capabilities: Raptor wins. Though the SRT TRX information is limited, both Raptor variants provide more ground clearance along with standard Trail Control, Trail 1-Pedal Drive, and Trail Turn Assist.
  • Size & Dimensions: Raptor wins. With slightly smaller dimensions but higher ground clearance, the F-150 Raptor size is advantageous on the trails.
  • Daily Driving & Practicality: Raptor wins. Despite having more underbody clearance, the Raptor is slightly smaller in all exterior dimensions, giving it more maneuverability on your daily drivers.

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2026 Ford F-150 Raptor 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
Price Lower Higher
# of Engine Options 2 1
Cab SuperCrew Crew Cab
Key Off-Roading Features
  • Ford Trail Control
  • FOX™ Racing Shocks w/ live valve or dual-valve technology
  • 37-in tires (Raptor R)
  • Trail 1-Pedal Drive
  • Trail Turn Assist
  • 4x4 w/ hi-lock transfer case
  • Heavy-duty skid plates
  • Off-Road, Baja & Rock Crawl Selectable Drive Modes
  • Bilstein® shocks w/ dual-valve technology
  • 35-in tires
  • Longitudinal transfer case
  • Skid plates
  • Mud/Sand, Baja & Rock Selectable Drive Modes
Standard Tech Highlights
  • Head-Up Display
  • 360-Degree Camera
  • Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go
  • Lane Centering
  • Speed Sign Recognition
  • Front Parking Sensors
  • Pro Trailer Backup Assist
  • Pro Trailer Hitch Assist
  • Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
  • Head-Up Display
  • 360-Degree Camera
  • Digital Rearview Mirror
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Blind Spot Monitoring w/ Rear Cross Path Detection
Available Now? Y N

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX Overview

Welcome to our Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX guide. If you're here, you're likely looking for your next off-road performer – or you're simply an enthusiast like us. Whatever the case, we have the scoop. The Ford F-150 Raptor carries on with over a decade of high-octane innovation, while the TRX designation has come and gone from the Ram 1500 lineup over the years. With its 2027 return, our Capital Ford of Wilmington team thinks it's a fitting time for a comparison. Join usF as we pit these two monstrous pickups against one another.

Ford Raptor vs. Ram SRT TRX Price

Summary

While the SRT TRX and Raptor R are similarly priced, the standard F-150 Raptor is more accessible for trail enthusiasts.

Price is a key consideration, and that's why we chose to start here. While the upcoming Ram 1500 SRT TRX is an admittedly impressive machine, we don't think that any advantages it may have – not to mention its disadvantages – are worth an extra tens of thousands of dollars compared to the Ford F-150 Raptor. Pricing is a bit more comparable between the SRT TRX and Raptor R, but off-road enthusiasts can save a boatload and still get a highly adventurous pickup with the standard F-150 Raptor.

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX Price

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX Engine & Specs

Summary

The Ram 1500 SRT TRX takes a slight lead in terms of engine output, producing more horsepower and torque than the Ford F-150 Raptor R powertrain.

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2026 Ford F-150 Raptor 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
Engine
  • 3.5L H.O. V-6
  • 5.2L supercharged V-8
 6.2L V-8
Max. Horsepower
  • 450 (V-6)
  • 720 (V-8)
 777
Max. Torque
  • 510 lb-ft (V-6)
  • 640 lb-ft (V-8)
 680 lb-ft
Drivetrain 4x4 4x4
Transmission 10-speed automatic 8-speed automatic

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX Speed & Performance

Summary

While most speed and performance specs are neck and neck, we give the Raptor R a minor win for its ability to hit 100 mph nearly a whole second faster than the SRT TRX.

Note: The F-150 Raptor speed and performance specs are based on independent testing performed using a 2024 F-150 Raptor R with the same engine as the current iteration.

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX Speed & Performance

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2026 Ford F-150 Raptor 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
Fastest 0-60 Time 3.6 sec1 3.5 sec
Fastest 0-100 Time 9.1 sec1 10 sec
Fastest Quarter-Mile Time 12 sec1 12.2 sec
Top Speed 114 mph1 118 mph

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX Handling & Suspension

Summary

Though we may have a bias for the FOX™ Racing Shox with live or dual-valve technology that's equipped on the F-150 Raptor and F-150 Raptor R, respectively, we admit that the Ram 1500 SRT TRX keeps pace with its Bilstein® shocks with dual-valve technology.

We'll get more into off-roading appointments and strengths in the next section, but given the nature of these behemoth full-size pickups, we can't talk about their handling and suspension without framing the discussion with trail rides in mind.

Ultimately, this category is more or less a tie. Looking first at the F-150 Raptor and Raptor R models, you'll find FOX™ Racing Shox with live valve technology for the former and dual-valve technology for the latter. Meanwhile, the Ram 1500 SRT TRX uses similar Bilstein® shocks with dual-valve technology. Both shock-absorption systems include hydraulic and coil-over components to smooth out your ride and prevent bottoming out during excursions.

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX Handling & Suspension

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Ram 1500 SRT TRX Off-Road Tech & Capabilities

Summary

Both trucks have advanced off-roading equipment, but information is limited for the Ram 1500 SRT TRX currently. With that in mind, we give the F-150 Raptor the win for its higher standard ground clearance and larger available 37-inch wheels.

These trucks are built to tackle seriously rough terrain. We have no doubt that the Ram 1500 SRT TRX will be a fierce contender in the great outdoors, but we also don't know that much about its trail-ready appointments yet. From what we do know at the time of this writing (February 2026), the F-150 Raptor has the advantage.

Let's start with some similarities between these trucks. Each pickup in our guide comes standard with an electronic locking rear differential. With the click of a button, you can unlock your rear differential to get better articulation in tricky situations. Additionally, you'll have three similar, albeit differently named, terrain-specific driving modes with either model. For the Ford F-150 Raptor, you get Baja, Off-Road, and Rock Crawl modes, while the Ram 1500 SRT TRX gives you Baja, Mud/Sand, and Rock modes.

In terms of technology, the F-150 Raptor gives these systems:

  • Ford Trail Control: An off-road Cruise Control system that helps maintain a steady speed over uneven ground.
  • Trail 1-Pedal Drive: Reduces fatigue by slowing the truck when you lift your foot off the accelerator.
  • Trail Turn Assist: Tightens the turning radius on narrow trails by braking the inside rear wheel, making technical paths easier to navigate.

We know that the Ram 1500 SRT TRX has Off-Road Pages viewable on the instrument cluster, like a Vehicle Dynamics Page that helps you dial in a steering angle, but we don't know much else. In the end, the Ford model takes the lead with larger 37-inch tires compared to the 35-inch ones for the SRT TRX.

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX Off-Road Tech & Capabilities

Raptor vs. SRT TRX Size & Dimensions

Summary

With slightly smaller exterior dimensions and higher ground clearance, the Ford F-150 Raptor trucks give you more maneuverability on trails than the bulkier Ram 1500 SRT TRX.

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2026 Ford F-150 Raptor 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX
Length 232.6 in 233.7 in
Width 86.6 in 88 in
Height 79.8 in 81.9 in
Ground Clearance
  • 12 in (Raptor)
  • 13.1 in (Raptor R)
 11.8 in
Box Size 5 ft, 5 in 5 ft, 7 in

Ford Raptor vs. Ram SRT TRX Daily Driving & Practicality

Summary

In terms of daily driving, the Raptor lineup takes the lead with proven pavement performance, a comfortable and well-appointed interior, and high-tech features. The Ram TRX has a luxurious interior, but it is not available for on-road tests at the time of this writing.

We strongly feel that this category will largely come down to the dimensions showcased in the previous section for many motorists. You'll find premium, modern amenities with either pickup. For instance, the F-150 Raptor has dual 12-inch displays, a B&O® Unleashed sound system by Bang & Olufsen®, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, and Pro Trailer Backup Assist, to name a few appointments. Meanwhile, the Ram 1500 SRT TRX, from what we know so far, has a 14.5-inch touchscreen, a 12-inch digital cluster, and a Harman Kardon® audio system.

According to Car and Driver, the F-150 Raptor "leaps dunes in a single bound, claws over rocky trails with abandon, and yet offers up respectful on-road manners."1 We'll have to wait to see what third-party experts have to say about the SRT TRX. So, given the above, we crown the F-150 Raptor in this category for its smaller on-road footprint, giving it better agility on daily drives around town.

2026 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX Daily Driving & Practicality

Conclusion

Choose the F-150 Raptor if you want proven off-road performance and everyday drivability at a lower starting price.

Choose the Ram 1500 SRT TRX if slightly higher engine output is your top priority.

Pros and Cons of the Ford F-150 Raptor

Pros

  • Lower starting price than the SRT TRX
  • Standard Trail Control, Trail 1-Pedal Drive, and Trail Turn Assist
  • Higher ground clearance
  • Available 37-inch tires
  • Strong off-road and daily driving balance

Cons

  • Marginally less maximum engine output
  • Slightly smaller box
  • Higher Raptor R price

Pros and Cons of the Ram 1500 TRX

Pros

  • Higher engine output ratings
  • Larger box
  • 14.5-inch touchscreen display
  • Vehicle Dynamics display

Cons

  • Higher starting price
  • Smaller 35-inch wheels
  • Off-road tech focuses more on monitoring than driver assistance
  • Not yet available for purchase
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a faster 0-60 time: the Raptor or SRT TRX?

According to manufacturer estimates, the Ram 1500 SRT TRX has a 3.5-second 0-60 time, which is 0.1 second faster than independent Raptor R tests conducted with a 2024 model.1 However, the Raptor R is nearly a whole second quicker in the race to 100 mph.1 In any case, both trucks are shockingly quick for their sizes.

Which has a better quarter-mile time: the Raptor or SRT TRX?

The Ford F-150 Raptor R has a quicker quarter-mile time than the Ram 1500 SRT TRX by 0.2 seconds: 12 seconds for the Raptor R1 versus 12.2 seconds for the SRT TRX. As mentioned above, both models are faster than any truck this size has any right to be – and we love it every second (or lack thereof) of it.

Which is better for daily driving: the Ford F-150 Raptor or Ram 1500 SRT TRX?

Both trucks have modern tech and plush creature comforts for occupants. With that in mind, we think that the Ford F-150 Raptor is the more practical daily driver for the simple fact that it's slightly smaller than the Ram 1500 SRT TRX. When choosing a truck with such a commanding presence on the road, every inch of maneuverability counts.

1Reference to this third-party review/claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For more details, please visit https://www.caranddriver.com/ford/f-150-raptor

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