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2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited vs. 2023 RAM 1500 Review

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2022 Chevrolet
Silverado 1500 Limited

MSRP*: $30,400 to $58,500
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Picture of the 2023 RAM 1500

2023 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $37,410 to $84,355
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MPG - City 13 - 19 MPG 10 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 22 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
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 395-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 702-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 310 - 355 hp 305 - 702 hp
Towing Capacity 8,900 - 13,300 lbs 6,180 - 8,320 lbs
Exterior Length 229.5 - 241.2 in 228.9 - 241.8 in
Exterior Width 81.1 - 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab may find themselves a little more squished in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited than the RAM 1500. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited will have less of an impact on your bank account than the RAM 1500.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the RAM 1500.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited has a similar turning radius to the RAM 1500, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the RAM 1500, due to its slightly better towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited and the RAM 1500.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the RAM 1500.

Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited 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 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the RAM 1500.