2005 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
In comparing the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pricing
A used 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $4,990 to $32,574 while a used 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is priced between $4,898 to $15,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 195 horsepower. Both the Ram 1500 and the Silverado 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches, and the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4990 - 32574
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4898 - 15991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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14 out of / 19Available 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)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Base, LS, LS Hybrid, LT, Work Truck, Z71
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):
4.30 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:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8300 lbs
Max Payload:
1875 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 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 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
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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:
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:
4225 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
205.7 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17