Ram TRX vs Ford Raptor: Which Reigns Supreme?

The performance truck is a relatively new category of vehicle that was largely popularized by the Ford Raptor when it hit the market in 2010. However, a decade later, the new Ram TRX is here to take the crown of the ultimate off-road pickup. Comparing the 2021 Ram TRX vs 2020 Ford Raptor, you will find that the TRX surpasses the Raptor in every performance category from raw power to suspension design. It even includes all the tech and luxury features that you have come to love with Ram trucks, allowing you to ride in comfort from the city streets to the most challenging trails.

Ram TRX vs Ford Raptor

The all-new 2021 Ram TRX is the most rugged and powerful version of the Ram 1500. The 2020 Ford Raptor is a part of the F-150 truck family and is comparable to the TRX in size, if not ability. The lines between road and off-road are blurred as both trucks were carefully crafted to take you anywhere you want to go, literally. Let’s take a deeper dive into the features of the 2021 Ram TRX and 2020 Ford Raptor to see which reigns supreme for your truck needs.

Power and Capability

Prepare for powerful acceleration in the 2021 Ram TRX with 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. You can even go from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds. The Ram TRX boasts a supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 engine. In order to keep up with the variety of terrain your Ram TRX takes you on, the 2021 TRX features eight terrain-specific drive modes to optimize your performance from four-wheel stability to drift-ready rear-wheel drive.

The 2020 Ford Raptor features a High-Output 3.5L V6 Ecoboost engine with 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque. While the Ford Raptor definitely has the capability to take you off-road on a variety of terrain, it only features six drive modes, compared to the eight drive modes on the 2021 Ram TRX. Comparing the facts of each truck’s performance, the 2021 Ram TRX is the clear winner with the most powerful pickup truck. If off-road adventures are especially important to you, you will need the powerful engine and increased variety of drive modes the 2021 TRX provides.

Exterior

The exterior of the 2021 Ram TRX is constructed with off-road excursions in mind. It has an extra 8 inches of overall width than previous models, which not only assists in your off-road journeys, but you also make a bold statement everywhere you go. With an engine as powerful as the Ram TRX, proper ventilation and airflow are absolutely necessary. The TRX’s distinctive grille and hood scoop provide increased airflow to the engine. Also included are seven airflow features placed around the exterior of the TRX for proper cooling and aerodynamics.

Ford’s Raptor also has a signature grille that undoubtedly marks the truck. However, it lacks the massive air scoops of the TRX and could be confused with a regular F-150 by those who do not know what to look for. Both the 2020 Ford Raptor and 2021 Ram TRX have premium LED headlamps and taillamps, but only the TRX includes glowing orange LED’s in the hood scoop for an ominous look.

What’s the one thing everyone always expects from a powerful pickup truck? Yep, the distinctive roar from the exhaust. The 2021 TRX features a dual exhaust system that’s sure to leave a bold statement in its path. The tires on full-size pickup trucks are a vital part of the exterior as well. How else can you plow through mud, sand, and rock? The 2021 TRX has 18-inch aluminum wheels, with an available Beadlock-capable wheel.

The 2020 Ford Raptor also has a dual exhaust with dual tailpipes that will give you the powerful roar that’s always paired with full-size pickup trucks. But for tires, the Raptor features smaller 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels standard. While both trucks offer all-terrain tires, the 2021 Ford TRX has a larger wheel, which makes a difference in your daily and off-road excursions. Overall, the exterior of the 2021 TRX reigns supreme over the 2020 Raptor. The sheer size of the TRX makes it the new benchmark for its class and gives you that added boost of power you are looking for in a full-size pickup.

Interior

If you’re left speechless at the TRX’s exterior power, just wait until you step inside. Available premium leather seats and the bold TRX name on the center console and glove box keep the luxurious and powerful vibe flowing throughout the truck. Keep your eyes up and focused on the brand new Head-Up Display that projects customizable vehicle information on the windshield. Exclusive to the TRX is the premium audio system that features 19 speakers. We promise your favorite song will sound even better playing in the 2021 TRX.

The Ford Raptor also has a premium interior with its own exclusive features. It has its own blue interior accent package available. You can stay connected and informed with the 8-inch productivity screen, but it’s a lot smaller than the massive 12-inch screen in the TRX. The Raptor also features a premium sound system in the truck – but it only includes 10 speakers. Heated and ventilated front seats are an available feature on the 2020 Ford Raptor, while the Ram TRX has the option for heated and ventilated seats for both the front and rear. So whether you’re driving through a 110-degree desert or up a mountain in sub-zero temperatures, there’s no need to slow down!

Both of these full-size pickup trucks have their fair share of luxurious interior features, some standard and others optional – but it’s clear that the features of the 2021 Ram TRX are on another level from those of the 2020 Ford Raptor.

Safety

Upgraded safety features are absolutely necessary for full-size pickup trucks. Most of the safety features go hand-in-hand with the truck’s incredible technology. The 2021 TRX has front and rear park assist, a 360-degree surround-view camera system, pedestrian emergency braking, a blind spot detector, trailer brake control, and lane-keep assist. The 2020 Ford Raptor features Pro Trailer Backup Assist, lane keep assist, a 360-degree camera view, and a blind-spot detector. Each of these features provides an extra layer of safety that’s needed in pickup trucks, but for what you would expect from a full-size pickup truck, the 2021 TRX gives extra safety features that will put you more at ease wherever you may go.

The New Off-Road Champion

In the world of full-size pickup trucks, the 2021 Ram TRX and 2020 Ford Raptor stand strong in their class. However, the 2021 Ram TRX beats the 2020 Ford Raptor not only in size, power, and capability but also in premium features – both interior and exterior. Ram trucks have a history of blowing drivers away with its impeccable strength and ability, and the 2021 Ram TRX is no different. Even when it comes to safety, the TRX has every feature available that allows you to hit the road with ease. Trust the team here at Orange Coast when we say that you cannot go wrong with the all-new TRX. Once you get behind the wheel, the opportunities are endless. Contact us today to get started.