2024 GMC
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2024 RAM
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| MPG - City | 14 - 23 MPG | 10 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 17 - 27 MPG | 14 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 2 - 6 seats | 5 - 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 62.9 - 89.1 ft3 | 53.9 - 61.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 305 - 420 hp | 305 - 702 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 8,800 - 13,300 lbs | 6,180 - 8,360 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 211.0 - 242.5 in | 228.9 - 241.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.2 - 81.2 in | 82.1 - 88.0 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab may find themselves a little more squished in the GMC Sierra 1500 than the RAM 1500.
The GMC Sierra 1500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the RAM 1500.
Convenience
With the RAM 1500 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the GMC Sierra 1500, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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). Whether you pick the GMC Sierra 1500 or the RAM 1500, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
The GMC Sierra 1500 is a little narrower than the RAM 1500, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
When looking at overall length, the GMC Sierra 1500 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the RAM 1500.
Handling
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a similar turning radius to the RAM 1500, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Sierra 1500 is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the GMC Sierra 1500 and the RAM 1500.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Sierra 1500 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the RAM 1500.
Utility
The GMC Sierra 1500 offers a little more seating capacity than the RAM 1500, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them.
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the RAM 1500.