Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD vs RAM 1500
Overview | |
Years produced2007-Present | Years produced2011-Present |
MSRP$36,500 | MSRP$40,275 |
Listings9207 | Listings9639 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryFull-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. | |
Reviews SummaryThere's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Drive Train | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 | Engine Name3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity3 | Seating Capacity6 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length98.3 in | Bed Length76.3 in |
Curb Weight6231 lbs | Curb Weight4838 lbs |
Height80.9 in | Height77.5 in |
Length235.5 in | Length228.4 in |
Width81.7 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase141.6 in | Wheelbase140.6 in |
Maximum Payload4481 lbs | Maximum Payload2360 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity21500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity11600 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2007-Present | 2011-Present |
MSRP | $36,500 | $40,275 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Full-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. | There's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 305 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 3 | 6 |
Horsepower | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.6L 401 hp V8 | 3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 3 | 6 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 98.3 in | 76.3 in |
Curb Weight | 6231 lbs | 4838 lbs |
Height | 80.9 in | 77.5 in |
Length | 235.5 in | 228.4 in |
Width | 81.7 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 141.6 in | 140.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 4481 lbs | 2360 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 21500 lbs | 11600 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 14500 lbs | 7700 lbs |
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