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Dodge Ram 1500 holds its value better — 64% five-year retention against 64% for the Ford F-250. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Dodge Ram 1500 comes out ahead, holding about 64% of its value versus 64% for the Ford F-250. Over the first five years the Dodge Ram 1500 loses roughly $8,911 while the Ford F-250 loses about $16,814 — a gap near $7,903.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Dodge Ram 1500 sheds about 6% in year one versus 15% for the Ford F-250. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.