2022 RAM 1500 Classic vs 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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2022 Ram 1500 Classic

 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
$38,240MSRP$43,900
3.6Engine litres (L)2.7
V-6Cylinder configurationI-4
  305Horsepower (hp)310
          269Torque (lb.-ft.)430
   13.9Fuel economy - city (L/100 km / mpg)19
19.6Fuel economy - highway (L/100 km / mpg)20
   11.9Fuel economy - combined (L/100 km / mpg)22
 5,309Exterior length (mm)5,867.4
2,017Exterior body width (mm)2,057
1,895Exterior body height (mm)1,905
3,048Wheelbase (mm)3,744.48
 1,727Front track (mm)1,800
 1,714Rear track (mm)1,800
 N/A             Interior cargo volume (L)                   N/A  
 N/AMaximum interior cargo volume (L)N/A
 1,041Front legroom (mm)1,131.62
N/ARear legroom (mm)932
 1,013Front headroom (mm)1,092.96
N/ARear headroom (mm)1,019.42
1,598Front hiproom (mm)1,530.96
N/ARear hiproom (mm)1,553
 1,676Front shoulder room (mm)1,676

2022 RAM 1500 Classic vs 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

RAM and Chevrolet are two of the top truck manufacturers in North America, so it's only natural that their vehicles would be compared with each other. The 2022 RAM 1500 Classic and 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are both full-size, half-ton pickup trucks. Both offer good looks, comfortable interiors, and impressive capabilities. Here's a quick overview of their similarities and differences in some key categories.



Safety and Technology

The RAM 1500 Classic and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 each come equipped with an advanced airbag system. Both come with anti-locking brakes, a tire pressure monitor, and a rearview camera. The two manufacturers have also equipped their respective trucks with modern high-tech features and driver-assist aids.

The 2022 Ridgeline incorporates lots of Honda The RAM has Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and Sway Mitigation. All of these work together to enhance driver control for a safer ride. The Chevrolet includes features like a Forward-Collision Alert and a Lane-Keep Assist with Lane-Departure Warning. While the list of features here is comparable, the RAM comes out on top as the better value. It simply offers more for your money..

Interior and Exterior Design

The 1500 Classic boasts a classic design with which RAM fans are likely familiar. The Silverado 1500 is a bit more modern on the outside. RAM keeps things simple on the inside with manually adjustable seats and easy-to-clean surfaces. Each truck boasts a modern infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity and compatibility with most Apple and Android smartphones. RAM's Uconnect 4 system is more intuitive and comes with a 5-inch or 8.4-inch touchscreen display. The RAM 1500 Classic also has extra storage bins for the Regular Cab models.

Performance and Capabilities

The base engine for the 1500 Classic is a 3.6-litre V6 that produces 305 horsepower. The Silverado 1500 comes equipped with a 2.7-litre 4-cylinder engine that offers 310 horsepower. Chevrolet also offers their truck with a 3.0-litre diesel engine as well as a 6.2-litre V8. A RAM 1500 Classic can be had with a 5.7-litre V8 that produces a respectable 395 horsepower. RAM's truck has a base payload capacity of 1,429 pounds, while the Chevy truck can haul around 1,480 pounds. Both trucks have towing packages and other options that can raise these numbers. The RAM 1500 Classic comes at about $7,424.00 less than the Silverado, making it the better bargain.

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