When you need the capability of a three-quarter ton pickup, there are few options to choose from, but it’s all the more important to choose the right one. That’s why our team has put together this comparison of the 2017 Ram 2500 vs. the 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500HD.
Since there are so many combinations possible with each truck, we will simplify things by considering only a single comparable configuration: the 4×4 Crew Cab with a standard bed.
Check out our overview of the Ram 2500 pickup, or browse our inventory of new Ram trucks in Indianapolis to find 2017 Ram 2500 models to test drive.
The most popular engine option for the Ram 2500 pick-up is the turbo-diesel, and there’s little doubt why. The incredible towing and hauling ability of the Ram 2500 pickup truck is in large part due to this engine, but it also keeps the Ram truck quick despite its large size. The Silverado’s popular V8 engine can’t move as much weight.
Model | 2017 Ram 2500 | 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD |
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Engine | 6.7L Turbo Diesel I6 | 6.0L Gasoline V8 |
Horsepower | 370 HP | 360 HP |
Torque | 800 lb.-ft. | 380 lb.-ft. |
Max Towing | 17,980 lbs. | 14,000 lbs. |
Max Payload | 3,160 lbs. | 2,943 lbs. |
Trim-wise, let us compare the 2017 Ram 2500 Laramie to the 2017 Silverado 2500HD LTZ. Although the Chevrolet truck is several hundred dollars more expensive, the Ram truck has more impressive features.
Model | 2017 Ram 2500 | 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD |
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Driver Information System | 7.0-in. color glare-free digital display | 4.2-in. color digital display |
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Flat Load Floor | Yes | No |
Your pickup truck needs to be able to take a lot of punishment, especially when you’re driving a heavy-duty pickup like the Ram 2500 or the Chevy Silverado 2500HD. That’s why the Ram 2500 is built on a steel frame rated at 50,000-PSI.
Ram 2500 safety features include:
If you choose a Ram 2500 pickup with the diesel engine, you will also benefit from the class-exclusive smart diesel exhaust brakes. Not found on the Chevy Silverado 2500HD, these brakes work to help keep control of your truck on a slope while enhancing stability and reducing brake wear. Plus, each new Ram 2500 also comes with:
This means that your Ram truck is both easier to take care of and less likely to experience advanced wear and tear than the Chevy Silverado 2500HD. Check current incentives available from our Ram dealership in Indianapolis today to learn ways to save on a new Ram truck, or contact us at (317) 982-5944 for more information.
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