Dodge Ram 1500 vs. Dodge Ram 2500 Review

Cost
The Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 isn't much more expensive than the Ram Pickup 1500 regarding MSRP.

Utility
Neither the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 nor the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity. The Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 is a better choice than the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 when it comes to transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of stuff or massive dogs. The Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 outpulls the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 by a big margin.

Dimensions
The Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 is considerably more ponderous than the Ram Pickup 1500. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 than the Ram Pickup 1500 because of its larger tank. The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 and the Ram Pickup 2500 compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a sprier feel in daily traffic than the Ram Pickup 2500.

Performance
The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is likely to feel a little slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500. As far as horsepower, the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 packs quite a punch and will knock the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 down a few rungs. On the flip side, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 is definitely more maneuverable than the Ram Pickup 2500, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Ram Pickup 1500's engine is significantly smaller than the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500's. Keep in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; on the other hand, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. The Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 could learn a lesson or two from the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 regarding pickup.

Overview
The Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 and the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 have the same basic warranty. When it comes to after-sale protection against corrosion, the Dodge Ram Pickup 1500 and the Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 have the same coverage.