2003 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra 1500
In comparing the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 and 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 is a better car than the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500.
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $4,045 to $12,996 while a used 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $4,903 to $17,890.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 200 horsepower. Both the Ram 1500 and the Sierra 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 494 and 646 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 is available in a Extended Cab or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 78.7 and 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4045 - 12996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4903 - 17890
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Not yet available
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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4 out of / 16Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
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13 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 17Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
2003 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
Base, Denali, SLE, SLT, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 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):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8650 lbs
Max Payload:
1830 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8300 lbs
Max Payload:
2123 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
476 / 646 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
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 Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
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 Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
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:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
67 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:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.4 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:
4516 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
207.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4227 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71 inches
Length:
222.1 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R16