2026 GMC Sierra 2500 vs. 2026 RAM 1500 Review

Picture of the 2026 GMC Sierra 2500

2026 GMC
Sierra 2500

MSRP*: $47,000 to $94,500
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Picture of the 2026 RAM 1500

2026 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $41,575 to $88,350
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MPG - City Info not available 14 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 16 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 5 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 40.6 - 61.5 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel 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)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 540-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 - 470 hp 305 - 540 hp
Towing Capacity 14,500 - 20,000 lbs 6,370 - 11,140 lbs
Exterior Length 236.3 - 266.8 in 228.9 - 241.8 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 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
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the RAM 1500 than in the GMC Sierra 2500. The GMC Sierra 2500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the RAM 1500.

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). The GMC Sierra 2500 is somewhat more expensive than the RAM 1500.

Dimensions
The GMC Sierra 2500 is about the same width as the RAM 1500. When looking at overall length, the GMC Sierra 2500 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the RAM 1500.

Handling
The GMC Sierra 2500 has a similar turning radius to the RAM 1500, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Sierra 2500 is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads. The GMC Sierra 2500 has a little less horsepower than the RAM 1500.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the GMC Sierra 2500 and the RAM 1500 are able to equally transmit their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The GMC Sierra 2500 has less seating than the RAM 1500, making the RAM 1500 the better choice if you often have passengers. The GMC Sierra 2500 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the RAM 1500.