Research Silverado 1500 Vs Ram 1500
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in OFALLON, IL
MSRP
$29,300
MPG
20 City
23 Highway
2 Vehicles Available
2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ram 1500
Whether you need a muscular presence for moving massive loads, for off-roading adventures, for the “cool factor,” or all of the above, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2021 Ram 1500 are both ready to roll with you. Below, the Jack Schmitt Chevrolet of O'Fallon team has compiled a Silverado 1500 vs. Ram 1500 comparison to help you decide between the two.
If you find the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 to be intriguing, read through our Silverado 1500 review and our Silverado 1500 trims guide to get a more complete picture of this Chevy truck. Then, explore our Silverado 1500 models for sale in OFALLON, IL. Have additional questions? Call our Chevy dealership at 618-628-2500 or use our online contact form.
6.2L EcoTec3 V8 w/ Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM)
- 420 HP
- 460 lb.-ft. torque
- 13,300 lbs. towing capacity
- Ten-speed automatic transmission
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 W/ DFM
- 355 HP
- 383 lb.-ft. torque
- 11,500 lbs. towing capacity
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 W/ Active Fuel Management (AFM)
- 355 HP
- 383 lb.-ft. torque
- 10,900 lbs. towing capacity
- Six-speed automatic transmission
4.3L EcoTec3 V6
- 285 HP
- 305 lb.-ft. torque
- 7,900 lbs. towing capacity
- Six-speed automatic transmission
3.0L Duramax® Turbo Diesel I6
- 277 HP
- 460 lb.-ft. torque
- 9,500 lbs. towing capacity
- Ten-speed automatic transmission
2.7L Turbo Four-Cylinder
- 310 HP
- 384 lb.-ft. torque
- 9,600 lbs. towing capacity
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
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Ram 1500
5.7L HEMI V8 W/ ETorque
- 395 HP
- 410 lb.-ft. torque
- 12,750 lbs. towing capacity
- TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission
5.7L HEMI V8
- 395 HP
- 410 lb.-ft. torque
- 11,610 lbs. towing capacity
- TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission
3.6L Pentastar® V6 W/ ETorque
- 305 HP
- 269 lb.-ft. torque
- 7,730 lbs. towing capacity
- TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission
3.0L EcoDiesel V6
- 260 HP
- 480 lb.-ft. torque
- 12,560 lbs. towing capacity
- TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission
6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8
- 702 HP
- 650 lb.-ft. torque
- TorqueFlite® eight-speed automatic transmission
2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ram 1500 Summary
The 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2021 Ram 1500 are both tough trucks that can match each other mile for mile. The Silverado 1500 is the stronger of the two pickups, though, with a top towing capacity of 13,300 pounds, compared to the Ram 1500 model’s highest towing capacity of 12,750 pounds. And while both offer expansive beds for storing tools or lumbar, the Silverado 1500 has more box options than the Ram 1500, so you can truly customize your truck to your specifications. The Silverado 1500 also measures as the larger of the two pickup models.
Performance & Towing
Choose between any of the advanced engines offered with the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 and 2021 Ram 1500. The Silverado 1500 has a total of six powertrains in the lineup, while the Ram 1500 has five unique engines. The following Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 engine chart breaks down the performance specs for you.
Diesel Efficiency
Take a look at the diesel engine options available with the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 or 2021 Ram 1500 if you are craving breathtaking fuel economy ratings. The available Silverado 1500 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel I6 and the optional Ram 1500 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 achieve identical EPA-estimated 23 city and 33 highway MPG.
Price Difference
The 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 starts at $30,595 MSRP, while the 2021 Ram 1500 has a starting MSRP of $32,595.
Interior & Exterior Dimensions
While both trucks measure in as sizeable behemoths, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 is overall larger than the Ram 1500.
Chevy Silverado 1500
89.1 cu.-ft.
2,280 lbs.
43/40.1 in.
44.5/43.4 in.
241.2 in.
81.2 in.
78.5 in.
2021 Pickup Truck Model
Cargo Capacity
Payload Capacity
First/Second-row Headroom
First/Second-row Legroom
Length
Width
Height
Ram 1500
61.5 cu.-ft.
2,300 lbs.
40.9/39.2 in.
40.9/35.6 in.
228.9 in.
82.1 in.
77.6 in.
Pickup Bed Space
The 2021 Ram 1500 and 2021 Silverado 1500 are both spacious trucks with a variety of configurations available. The Silverado offers three bed options — Long Bed, Standard Bed, and Short Bed — while the Ram 1500 has just two — 5-foot 7-inch or 6-foot 4-inch. Check the following list for the measurements of the Silverado 1500 beds.
- Long Bed - 98.18 in.
- Standard Bed 79.44 in.
- Short Bed - 69.92 in.
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