2020 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2020 Ram 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Ram 1500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2020 Ram 1500.
When comparing the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2020 Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and resale value. The 2020 Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2020 Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Ram 1500 is a better car than the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500.
Pricing: A used 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $30,900 to $51,000 while a used 2020 Ram 1500 is priced between $27,697 to $45,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 38.1 percent of its value and the 2020 Ram 1500 loses 41.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Ram 1500.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Ram 1500's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Ram 1500 being ranked 3 out of 11.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.8 out of 10. For the Ram 1500 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ram 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the 2020 Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 588 miles. The 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles.This gives the 2020 Ram 1500 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2020 Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches, and the 2020 Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Ram 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.40 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$32,692
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,200 - $44,580
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$32,145
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$32,692
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,200 - $44,580
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$41,515
Price Range:
$30,900 - $51,000
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$36,220
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,148 - $41,515
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,421
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
71,918
# Good or Great Deals:
556
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$36,107
Price Range:
$27,697 - $45,998
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$36,220
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$28,148 - $41,515
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
7.3 - 10.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
48.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Ram 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
8.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
7.3 - 10.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
46.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
9.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 13.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
13.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
9.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 13.9
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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11 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Gasoline
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, Base, Denali, Elevation, SLE, SLT
2020 Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Big Horn, HFE, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.73 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Max Payload:
2240 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7710 lbs
Max Payload:
2300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 575 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 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:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4520 lbs
Width:
81.2 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.6 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4805 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
77.6 inches
Length:
228.9 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
275/65R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Dark Sky Metallic / Indigo Blue / Pacific Blue Metallic
Gray
Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Satin Steel Metallic
Green
Unripened Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Red
Cardinal Red / Dark Toreador Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat / Patriot Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Olive Green Pearl Coat
Orange
Not available
Red
Delmonico Red Pearl Coat / Flame Red Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Diesel Gray/Black