GMC Sierra 1500 Limited vs. Ram 1500

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited and 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 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited and the Ram 1500.

In comparing the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ram 1500 is a better car than the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited.

Pricing: A used 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited ranges from $31,488 to $52,913 while a used 2022 Ram 1500 is priced between $27,990 to $66,952.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited loses 44.5 percent of its value and the Ram 1500 loses 42.8 percent of its value. This means the Ram 1500 retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is 7.8 out of 10 while the Ram 1500's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Ram 1500 being ranked 5 out of 10.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is 7.9 out of 10. For the Ram 1500 the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ram 1500.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 Limited is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 616 miles. The 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles.This gives the Ram 1500 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The GMC Sierra 1500 Limited is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The GMC Sierra 1500 Limited offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches, and the Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4 and 76.3 inches.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ram 1500 has higher safety ratings than the GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, with an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.21 out of 5 Stars.