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2020 RAM
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2020 RAM
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| MSRP* |
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| Invoice* | $30,798 to $52,624 | $33,427 to $62,968 |
| MPG - City | 19 - 20 | N/A |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 26 | N/A |
| Engine(s) | V-6 | V-8 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 6 | 3 - 6 |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Overall Safety Rating** |
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Not Tested |
| Frontal Crash Rating** |
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Not Tested |
| Side Crash Rating** |
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Not Tested |
**Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries.
*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.
Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the RAM 1500 than the RAM 3500.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the RAM 1500 and the RAM 3500.
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 RAM 1500 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the RAM 3500.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. Both the RAM 1500 and the RAM 3500 have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the RAM 1500 is much wider than the RAM 3500, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the RAM 1500, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the RAM 3500.
Drivetrain
The RAM 1500 offers much less torque than the RAM 3500, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Handling
The RAM 1500 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the RAM 3500, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the RAM 3500 is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads.
The RAM 1500 has a little less horsepower than the RAM 3500.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the RAM 1500 as you will the RAM 3500.
The RAM 3500 has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the RAM 1500.
Warranty
The RAM 1500 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the RAM 3500.