Dodge Ram 2500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
When comparing the Dodge Ram 2500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Ram 2500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Ram 2500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Dodge Ram 2500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Pricing
A used 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 ranges from $17,688 to $44,000 while a used 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is priced between $16,696 to $44,284.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Ram 2500’s base engine makes 383 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD base engine makes 312 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Dodge Ram 2500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Dodge Ram 2500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD offers a bed length of 97.6 inches.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17688 - 44000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16696 - 44284
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
Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
9.700049 / 10
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Ram 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
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4 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 16Ranking
9 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)
97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Dodge Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road
Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Trim Levels
LT, LTZ, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
383 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9350 lbs
Max Payload:
3160 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
312 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
373 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
10100 lbs
Max Payload:
4812 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
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:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 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:
41.4 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:
5492 lbs
Width:
97 inches
Height:
73.3 inches
Length:
231 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4888 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
77 inches
Length:
224.7 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/70R17E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT265/75R16E