Dodge Ram 2500 vs. GMC Sierra 1500
When we compare the Dodge Ram 2500's and the GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Ram 2500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The GMC Sierra 1500 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 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Dodge Ram 2500 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 ranges from $17,688 to $44,000 while a used 2010 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $8,250 to $19,994.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Ram 2500’s base engine makes 383 horsepower, and the GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 195 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Dodge Ram 2500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the GMC Sierra 1500 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 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.3, 78.7, 97.8 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The GMC Sierra 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17688 - 44000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8250 - 19994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Dodge Ram 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Dodge Ram 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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4 out of / 11Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
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13 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)
69.3 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Dodge Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road
GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE, SLT, Work Truck, XFE
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):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
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:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4800 lbs
Max Payload:
1957 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:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
41.5 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:
4443 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
205.6 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17