2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD vs. 2006 Dodge Ram 1500
In comparing the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD's and the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD's and the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD vs. 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Pricing
A used 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD ranges from $12,006 to $36,855 while a used 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 is priced between $5,498 to $32,023.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 base engine makes 215 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD offers bed lengths of 78.7 and 97.6 inches, and the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 75.9, 76.3, 98.3 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 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:
12006 - 36855
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5498 - 32023
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
GMC Sierra 2500HD Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
8.914999 / 10
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not 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 / 17Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
75.9 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD Trim Levels
SL1, SLE1, SLE2, SLT, Work Truck
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
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:
4058 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
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
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
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5142 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
76.2 inches
Length:
224.5 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4560 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
73.8 inches
Length:
207.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R16E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17