2024 RAM 2500 vs. 2024 RAM 3500 Review

Picture of the 2024 RAM 2500

2024 RAM
2500

MSRP*: $45,250 to $77,235
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Picture of the 2024 RAM 3500

2024 RAM
3500

MSRP*: $46,255 to $79,140
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 57.5 - 74.7 ft3 57.5 - 74.9 ft3
Engine
  • 370-hp, 6.7-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 410-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.7-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 370 - 410 hp 370 - 410 hp
Towing Capacity 9,360 - 20,000 lbs 14,290 - 23,000 lbs
Exterior Length 232.0 - 260.8 in 232.0 - 260.8 in
Exterior Width 79.1 - 79.5 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 40.2 - 43.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 40.2 - 43.1 in
Head Room Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 39.8 - 40.3 in
Front 39.8 - 40.9 in
Rear 39.8 - 40.3 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
The RAM 2500 offers passengers in its extended cab about the same head- and legroom as the RAM 3500. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the RAM 2500 and the RAM 3500.

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 RAM 2500 or the RAM 3500, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The RAM 2500 is about the same width as the RAM 3500. When looking at overall length, the RAM 2500 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the RAM 3500.

Handling
The RAM 2500 has a similar turning radius to the RAM 3500, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the RAM 2500, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the RAM 3500, due to its slightly better towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the RAM 2500 and the RAM 3500.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the RAM 2500 and the RAM 3500 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 RAM 2500 as you will the RAM 3500. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of lumber or gardening supplies into the bed of the RAM 2500 as you will with the RAM 3500.