Dodge Ram 1500 vs. GMC Canyon Review

Utility
The Ram 1500 is likely a better choice than the GMC as far as hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of luggage or big pets. The Dodge Ram 1500 and the GMC Canyon can accommodate the same number of passengers. There's little the Dodge Ram 1500 can tow that the GMC cannot.

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Dodge Ram 1500 packs quite a punch and will knock the GMC Canyon down a few rungs. On the flip side, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

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

Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the GMC for a fill-up more often than the Dodge Ram 1500 because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The GMC Canyon is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge. The Dodge Ram 1500 pales in comparison to the GMC Canyon as far as gas mileage. Producing a precise gas mileage evaluation is so tricky that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the GMC Canyon is the winner when it comes to gas mileage. As far as MSRP, the GMC Canyon costs considerably less than the Dodge Ram 1500. The Dodge Ram 1500 will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the GMC Canyon. The GMC Canyon will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Ram 1500.

Drivetrain
The GMC's engine is considerably smaller than the Dodge Ram 1500's. Bear in mind that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the other hand, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. The GMC Canyon could learn a lesson or two from the Dodge Ram 1500 when it comes to pickup.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Dodge's front cabin compared to the GMC. The Dodge provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Canyon does.

Warranty
The GMC Canyon and the Dodge Ram 1500 have the same basic after-sale protection.