1997 Dodge Ram 2500 vs. 1997 GMC Sierra 2500
In comparing the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500's and the 1997 GMC Sierra 2500's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500's and the 1997 GMC Sierra 2500's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 is a better car than the 1997 GMC Sierra 2500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500’s base engine makes 235 horsepower, and the 1997 GMC Sierra 2500 base engine makes 230 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 and the 1997 GMC Sierra 2500 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3848 - 39335
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Dodge Ram 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Sierra 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Ram 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
GMC Sierra 2500 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
78.6 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1997 Dodge Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Laramie SLT, LT, ST
1997 GMC Sierra 2500 Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
4043 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
230 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
285 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
476 / 646 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4765 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
224.1 inches
Wheelbase:
134.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
213.4 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available