Ram Dakota vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ram Dakota and Chevrolet Silverado 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 Ram Dakota and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
When we compare the Ram Dakota's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ram Dakota has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Ram Dakota and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ram Dakota's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2011 Ram Dakota ranges from $6,854 to $15,996 while a used 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is priced between $6,798 to $18,038.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ram Dakota’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 195 horsepower. Both the Dakota and the Silverado 1500 are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 440 and 520 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Ram Dakota is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Ram Dakota offers bed lengths of 64.9 and 78.8 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.3, 78.7, 97.8 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.82 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23210
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21235
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
24861
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
20810 - 36110
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11121
Price Range:
6854 - 15996
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N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
27
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129779
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12277
Price Range:
6798 - 18038
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
12901
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
11780 - 15823
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
406
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
158311
# Good or Great Deals:
110
Ram Dakota Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ram Dakota
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.528548183720733
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2128326223052337
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
1.4 - 8.8
Ram Dakota Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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6 out of / 10Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
64.9 inches, 78.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.3 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Ram Dakota Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, ST, TRX
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ, 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.82 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
1937 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
94.5 cubic feet
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:
4200 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
68.6 inches
Length:
218.5 inches
Wheelbase:
131.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4463 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
205.6 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Beige
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Arrival Blue / Blue / Blue Granite Metallic / Blue Metallic / Imperial Blue Metallic / Indigo Blue
Gray
Gray Metallic / Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Taupe Gray Metallic
Red
Dark Toreador Red / Victory Red
Silver
Sheer Silver Metallic / Silver Birch Metallic
White
Summit White
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Green
Green / Green Metallic / Steel Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Orange
Orange / Tangier Orange
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow / Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Slate Gray/Medium Slate Gray
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Titanium
