Compare the Ram 1500 vs Ram 2500 in Concord, NH
Towing Capability
Haul trailers around Tilton with ease, thanks to the 11,610-pound maximum towing capacity of the Ram 1500. Avid campers from Concord can pull their fifth-wheel or gooseneck camper with a Ram 2500, which touts a maximum diesel towing capacity of 20,000 pounds. The Ram 2500 also boasts a higher gas towing rating of 17,750 pounds. Moving heavy materials or machinery around Concord? The Ram 1500 boasts a maximum payload rating of 2,360 pounds, compared to 3,930 pounds for the Ram 2500.
Length and Size
Looking for a longer new Ram truck? The Ram 2500 is a heavy-duty pickup spanning 261 inches. Ram 1500 trucks are 229 inches in length. Truck beds for the Ram 1500 can be 76 inches or 67 inches. Longer truck beds are available for the Ram 2500. A 96-inch bed may prove useful to some Concord truck owners. A secondary bed stretches 76 inches. When you buy a new Ram 1500 in Concord, you can go with a Quad Cab or Crew Cab configuration. New Ram 2500 trucks are available in Crew Cab, Regular Cab, and Mega Cab sizes.
Ride Quality
The Ram 1500 is made of steel, yet this truck moves with ease. That's due to a 98% steel frame construction and the available class-exclusive Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension. This reduces drag and maximizes efficiency on the Ram 1500 Crew Cab. Ram 1500 trucks offer Selec-Speed® Control to keep your speed consistent - even while towing. The result is better ride quality. Choose the Ram 1500 Tungsten for a truck with superior ride quality. This upscale pickup provides class-leading comfort features. The Ram 2500 still offers excellent ride quality, thanks to features like the class-exclusive available auto-level rear air suspension and heavy-duty four-wheel disc antilock brakes.
Engines
There are four engines in the Ram 1500 powertrain lineup. The Hurricane engines produce 420 horsepower and 540 horsepower (high-output engine). A 305-horsepower Pentastar® V6 engine and a 395-horsepower HEMI® V8 engine are available for the Ram 1500. Diesel truck buyers from Tilton will be drawn to the Ram 2500, which can be powered by a high-output Cummins® Turbo Diesel engine that churns out 1,075 pound-feet of torque. Ram 2500 trucks can also be powered by a 405-horsepower HEMI® V8 gas engine.
Contact Bob Mariano Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to Reserve a Test Drive in a New Ram Truck
Both the Ram 1500 and 2500 are capable trucks with top-notch interiors. Your choice will likely come down to whether you need the immense towing and hauling capabilities of the Ram 2500 or the city-friendly ride quality and maneuverability of the Ram 1500. We offer both pickups at Bob Mariano Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and we'll gladly set you up with a test drive in them so you can decide for yourself. Contact us to arrange an appointment, or visit our Ram dealership in Concord, NH today.
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Bob Mariano Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
146 Manchester St
Concord, NH 03301-5112
- Sales: (888) 559-8107
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