2003 Dodge Ram 2500 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD
In comparing the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500's and the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500's and the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2003 Dodge Ram 2500 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD Pricing
A used 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 ranges from $9,700 to $32,400 while a used 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD is priced between $8,740 to $25,163.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Dodge Ram 2500’s base engine makes 345 horsepower, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD base engine makes 300 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches, and the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD offers bed lengths of 78.7 and 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9700 - 32400
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8740 - 25163
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 2500HD Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
8.914999 / 10
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Ram 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
GMC Sierra 2500HD Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 16Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 17Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, 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
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD Trim Levels
Base, 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 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
345 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
375 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
13850 lbs
Max Payload:
3330 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
360 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12000 lbs
Max Payload:
4047 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 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:
6 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
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
N/A
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:
65.2 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:
5322 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
73.8 inches
Length:
229.7 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5153 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
76.2 inches
Length:
222.1 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/70R17E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R16E