Comparing Chevy Silverado 1500 VS RAM 1500
Comparing Chevy Silverado 1500 VS RAM 1500
Engineered for Everyday Work, Built to Last - The Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 both aim to deliver full-size truck performance—but only one consistently delivers more on capability, technology, and long-term value. The Silverado 1500 blends rugged durability, advanced trailering features, and driver-centric technology in a package designed to serve drivers who expect more than just basic hauling. From job sites around Reading, PA to weekend adventures near Hamburg, its strength, reliability, and refined engineering stand out. For buyers wanting a smart investment in a truck that works as hard as they do, the Silverado 1500 is built to exceed expectations.
Behind that bold exterior, Chevrolet packs in features like industry-leading cargo bed volume and tie-down flexibility, a lineup of powerful engine options with proven performance, and tech integrations that support you on the road and on the job. These aren’t just upgrades—they’re engineered advantages that help you spend less time worrying and more time driving with confidence.
Comparing Silverado 1500 VS RAM 1500
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| Engine Size & Power | Silverado 1500's popular 2.7L TurboMax engine has 310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque, max towing up to 9100 lbs, and 2,260 lbs payload. Chevy's 5.3L V8 engine is equipped with Dynamic Fuel Management and Auto Stop/Start. Choose Chevy's high performance 6.2L V8 engine with 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, or Chevy's powerful 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel with 28 MPG best-in-class highway fuel economy, for maximum towing of 13,300 lbs. Silverado 1500 is the only truck in it's class that offers a diesel engine.
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RAM 1500's 3.6L Pentastar V-6 engine has 305 horsepower, 269 lb-ft of torque, max towing of 7,480 lbs, with 19 /24 MPG as RAM's best fuel economy, but is only available in the Tradesman and Big Horn models. RAM 1500's 3.0L Hurricane engine has 420 hp, 469 lb-ft of torque, and max towing of 11,450 lbs, while the Hurricane HO engine supports only 9,920 lbs towing and 1,520 lbs payload. All RAM 1500 trucks are equipped with 8-speed, not a 10-speed transmission. Ram 1500 truck does NOT offer a diesel engine.
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| Cargo Capacities & Truck Bed Size | Silverado 1500 comes in 3 truck cab sizes and 3 truck bed lengths. The Regular Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors, seats 3, is available with a 79.4" Standard Bed or a 98.2" Long Bed length, and with 71.7 cu ft or 89.1 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The Double Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors and 2 smaller rear doors, seats 6, is available with a 79.4" Standard Bed with 71.7 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The Crew Cab, with 4 full-sized doors, seats 6, is available with a 5'10" (69.92") Short Bed or 6'7.44" (79.44") Standard Bed, and with 52.8 cu ft or 62.9 cu ft of bed cargo volume. All truck beds are 71.40" wide (50.63" wide at wheelhousing) and 22.4 in high.
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RAM no longer builds a RAM 1500 2-door Regular Car truck. RAM 1500 comes only in 2 truck cab sizes and 2 truck bed lengths. RAM Quad Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors and 2 smaller rear doors, seats 6, has 117 cu ft of passenger volume, and is only available with a 6.4' bed with 61.5 cu ft of bed cargo volume. RAM Crew Cab, with 4 full-sized doors, seats 6, has 132 cu ft of passenger volume, and is available with a 5'7" or 6'4" bed with 53.9 cu ft or 61.5 cu ft of bed cargo volume. All RAM 1500 truck beds are 51.0" wide at wheelhouse and 21.4" high.
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| Safety & Technology | Chevy Silverado 1500 truck comes with extensive safety features including StabiliTrak Electronic Stability, automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, forward collision control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, following distance indicator, OnStar Services, Teen Driver, Buckle TO Drive, Tire Pressure monitoring, and rear vision camera. Silverado 1500 also offers optional Safety Packages with keyless entry, rear cross-traffic braking, rearview mirror camera, up to 14 HD camera surround views, trailer side blind zone alert, IntelliBeam Headlights, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Super Cruise hands-free driving
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RAM 1500 truck comes with several safety features including automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, lane-keeping assist, forward collision warning, and trailer sway control. RAM 1500 optional safety features include Adaptive Cruise Control, Hands-free active driving assist, 360-degree surround-view camera, intersection collision assist, heads-up display, evasive steering assist, digital rearview mirror with tow mode, reverse driving guidance, digital key, and enhanced parking sensors.
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Pennsylvania Drivers Prefer the Chevy Silverado 1500
After comparing the Silverado 1500 vs Ram 1500, it becomes clear: while both trucks bring strong credentials, the Silverado delivers a more complete package tailored for durability, capability, and everyday usability. Its superior towing numbers, smarter interior features, and technology built to support your work and lifestyle make it the go-to choice for serious truck buyers.
Visit Bob Fisher Chevrolet in Reading, PA to explore the Silverado 1500 in person, test-drive its performance, and see how it stacks up in real-world conditions. Whether you’re upgrading a work truck or choosing one for weekend adventures, our team is ready to help you find the perfect fit—with the confidence that comes from choosing Chevy.