2021 Ram 1500
Features & Specs
2021 Chevrolet Silverado
45.2 Inches
Rear leg room
43.4 Inches
305 HP
Standard engine horsepower
285 HP
8.1 inches
Minimum ground clearance
7.8 inches
26 Gallons
Fuel capacity
24 Gallons
2021 Ram 1500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado
The truck segment is crowded in today's market, but when you're shopping for a new pickup, two trucks stand out from the rest. The Ram 1500 and Chevy Silverado have been in tough competition for years. The 2021 Ram 1500 has earned the model the MotorTrend Truck of the Year award for the third year in a row. This is due to its optimal balance of safety, convenience, comfort, and capability. The Silverado brings its own set of impressive features across the lineup. At Hendrick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we know that choosing between these two incredible trucks can be an overwhelming decision. We want to make this easier for you, so we've put the two trucks side by side with their best features on display. Read below for an insider look at these two amazing trucks.
2021 Ram 1500 Power & Handling
There are four potent engines available for the 2021 Ram 1500. The standard engine on the Tradesman, Big Horn, and Rebel trims is a 3.6L V6 engine that kicks out an impressive 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. There is an optional 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel with 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque to provide 12,560lbs of maximum towing capacity. Optional on the first three trims but standard on the Laramie and Limited trims is a 5.7L V8 that kicks out 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. The last available option is exclusive to the exhilarating TRX trim and provides thrill-seekers with an exciting 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque from a supercharged 6.2L V8 with launch control! All Ram 1500 engines come linked to a TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission. The TRX transmission comes optimized to handle the extra torque. Two-wheel drive is standard on all 1500 trims, while four-wheel drive is optional. The Rebel and TRX trims come standard with 4WD.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Power & Handling
The biggest difference between the Ram 1500 and Chevy Silverado is that the 1500 offers more powerful engine options. The standard Silverado engine is a 4.3L V6 that offers 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque. Next in line is the optional 2.7L I-4 with 310 horsepower and 348 lb-ft of torque. The diesel option is a 3.0L I6 that kicks out 277 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque and can only haul up to 9,500lbs. The most powerful Silverado engine is a 6.2L V8 that's rated for 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. Much like its Ram counterpart, the Silverado comes standard in 2WD while 4WD is available. For transmission options, the base engine comes mated to a 6-speed automatic while the others are mated to an 8-speed or 10-speed automatic.
2021 Ram 1500 Features & Design
If the Ram 1500's engine lineup wasn't convincing enough, the impressive trim lineup will fill in the rest! The entry-level Tradesman trim comes standard with air conditioning, power windows and door locks, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, keyless entry, push-button start, and a 5-inch infotainment touchscreen. As the trim levels go up, so do the features. Features included in higher trim levels include 18-inch alloy wheels, an electronic on-demand transfer case, a multifunction tailgate, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration, an 8.4-inch or 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, leather seats, heated/ventilated front seats, and much more. The adventurous Rebel comes with a 1-inch factory lift, FOX suspension components, an electronic locking rear differential, 33-inch all-terrain tires, and many more off-roading features. The performance-based TRX comes with a supercharged engine, launch control, paddle shifters, 13 inches of suspension travel, Bilstein shocks, 35-inch all-terrain tires, and performance pages displayed on a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Features & Design
The trim levels of the Silverado trail behind the Ram 1500 like the engines. The Silverado's entry-level trim comes with 17-inch wheels, a tilt-only steering wheel, manual windows and door locks, a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, and smartphone connectivity. The higher trim levels bring more features like a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, keyless entry, push-button start, air conditioning, leather upholstery, heated front seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, and spray-on bedliner. To compete with the off-roading Ram 1500 Rebel, the Trail Boss brings tow hooks, mud tires, an electronic locking rear differential, off-road-tuned suspension, a 2-inch factory lift, and off-road-tuned suspension.
Conclusion:
The competition between the 2021 Ram 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado may be tough, but at the end of the day, the Ram 1500 comes out on top with more powerful engines and more standard and available features. If you're interested in getting behind the wheel of the 6-time MotorTrend Truck of the Year award winner, come on down to Hendrick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to work with a friendly sales professional to find the best one for you. If you prefer, right here on our website, you can find our extensive Ram 1500 inventory, value your trade, and even apply for financing with our secure form. However you shop, we look forward to working with you!
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