Compare The Chevrolet
Silverado 1500
to The Ram 1500
Compare New Trucks: How the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Stacks Up to the Ram 1500
Looking for a truck that can haul your boat, transport a work trailer, and provide utility on the job? Trust the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 for every task. The new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks for sale in Ithaca, MI, can tow more than most light-duty models and transport heavier materials. You also benefit from more powertrain options and innovative trailering features. Baker Chevrolet Ithaca has put together a truck comparison detailing how the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 stacks up against the Ram 1500.
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 VS. RAM 1500
Vehicle Comparison
| CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 | RAM 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Drivetrain | Four wheel drive | Four wheel drive |
| Ground Clearance | 8.0 in. | 8.0 in. |
| Engine Displacement | 2.7 L | 3.6 L |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine Power | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 305 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Engine Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 269 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined) | 17 / 21 / 19 MPG | 19/ 24 / 21 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | Up to 6 | Up to 5 |
Engines and Performance
Powered by the TurboMax™ engine, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 benefits from turbocharged capability, heavy-duty durability, and diesel technology. The Silverado 1500 engine outputs 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of best-in-class standard torque. The base Pentastar® V6 engine for the Ram 1500 only outputs 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. The core Hurricane engine for the Ram 1500 produces 420 horsepower, which a V8-powered Silverado 1500 matches.
The HEMI® V8 engine for the Ram 1500 maxes out at 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers two V8 powertrains, and the 6.2-liter V8 engine produces 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. Diesel truck buyers from Chesaning will be drawn to the Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engine for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The diesel engine delivers 495 pound-feet of torque and best-in-class highway fuel economy. There's no diesel-powered Ram 1500.
Towing and Payload Capability
Pull your camper from Mount Pleasant to the campground with a Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which touts a 13,300-pound maximum towing capacity. The max towing rating of the Ram 1500 is 11,610 pounds.
Moving materials around Midland is easy with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, as the truck boasts a 2,260-pound payload rating. The payload capacity is comparable to the Ram 1500, which can take on 2,360 pounds.
Technology
Tow your trailer hands-free on I-75 to Saginaw with a Super Cruise®-equipped Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck. Hands-Free Active Driving Assist for the Ram 1500 is less innovative than GM's technology. Chevy Silverado 1500 trucks feature Chevrolet with Google built-in, compared to Uconnect® 5 in Ram 1500 models. Truck owners from Saint Johns have superior visibility with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, as there are eight cameras offering up to 14 different camera views.
Utility
Truck owners from Stanton, MI, are drawn to the functional Durabed of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which boasts best-in-class standard cargo bed volume (89 cubic feet) and 12 tie-downs. The Ram 1500 cannot match this level of utility. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 also offers an exclusive six-function Multi-Flex™ Tailgate. Need more power? Check out the heavy-duty lineup and our comparison of the Silverado 2500 and Ford F-250.
Test Drive a New Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Truck at Baker Chevrolet Ithaca
Where can I find a Chevy dealer near me with new trucks for sale? Head to Baker Chevrolet Ithaca. We're your local Silverado headquarters and the number one choice in Ithaca for Chevrolet trucks. Search our new inventory for Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks with one of four engines and three cab styles. Our used inventory has lower-priced Chevy trucks. Contact us to schedule a test drive in a new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck.
Disclaimer: The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment.
Dealer sets final price.
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