2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 vs. 2025 RAM 1500 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 2500

MSRP*: $44,400 to $72,200
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Picture of the 2025 RAM 1500

2025 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $40,275 to $87,075
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MPG - City Info not available 15 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 5 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 40.6 - 61.5 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 540-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 hp 305 - 540 hp
Towing Capacity 14,500 - 20,000 lbs 6,370 - 11,140 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 266.1 in 228.9 - 241.8 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 82.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.6 - 45.2 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.2 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the RAM 1500 than in the Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the RAM 1500.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the RAM 1500.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is about the same width as the RAM 1500. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the RAM 1500.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the RAM 1500, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has a little less horsepower than the RAM 1500.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and the RAM 1500 are able to equally transmit their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 as you will the RAM 1500. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 than the RAM 1500, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.