RAM 1500 vs. RAM 2500

The RAM 1500 is well known for its towing abilities and technology, while the RAM 2500 offers more power to tow bigger trailers from Jacksonville to beyond. Take a look at how these two compare to see which RAM truck better meets your needs.

Engine Power

• RAM 1500:

  • 395-hp 5.7L HEMI V8 Engine

  • 240-hp 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine

  • 305-hp 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine

• RAM 2500:

  • 370-hp 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel engine

  • 410-hp Heavy-Duty 6.4L HEMI V8 engine

  • 383-hp 5.7L HEMI V8 engine

• RAM 1500: Up to 10,620 pounds

• RAM 2500: Up to 17,890 pounds

Towing Technology

• RAM 1500:

  • TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission

  • Trailer Sway Control

  • Integrated trailer hitch

• RAM 2500:

  • Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission

  • RAM Active Air

  • Trailer Harness Connector

Fuel Economy

• RAM 1500: 25 mpg/highway and 17 mpg/city

• RAM 2500: 11 mpg/city and 16 mpg/highway

• RAM 1500:

  • Uconnect 8.4 NAV

  • In-floor storage

  • Wood accents

  • Seating for five

• RAM 2500:

  • Uconnect 8.4 NAV

  • In-floor storage

  • Wood accents

  • Seating for five

Price

• RAM 1500: Starting at $27,095 MSRP

• RAM 2500: Starting at $32,145 MSRP