2019 Ram 1500 vs Chevy Silverado Big Spring TX

Features & Specs

2019 Ram 1500

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

Bluetooth

Standard

Standard

Engine power

305-hp

285-hp

Transmission

8-speed automatic

6-speed automatic

Fuel economy combined

22 mpg

17 mpg

2019 Ram 1500 vs 2019 Chevrolet Silverado near Midland, TX

There are many reasons to be looking at a full-size pickup truck. Not only are they perfect for a business, but they also give you capabilities that are perfect for day-to-day life. The hard part is, which full-size truck should you be driving home in? We'll be comparing two of the top competitors in the segment to figure out which one can truly do it all. These trucks include the 2019 Ram 1500 and the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado. The Ram 1500 has been completely redesigned in the 2019 model year, with added space in the rear-seats, a new mild hybrid power system, an increase in towing and payload, and reduction in weight to improve fuel economy. The other truck we're looking at, the 2019 Silverado, has also been redesigned. It offers a longer cabin, a new easy-to-use touchscreen, and a few powertrain options. To find out which of these vehicles you should be buying, keep reading down below!

2019 Ram 1500 Power & Handling

The Ram 1500 not only comes with great style, it also features two amazing engines. The first engine is a 3.6-liter V6, which can produce around 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. The optional engine is the well-known 5.7-liter HEMI V8, which packs a punch of 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. Both of these engines work alongside an eight-speed automatic transmission. You'll also notice an eTorque mild-hybrid system, which helps to further boost the amazing fuel economy! You'll be able to choose from two-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado Power & Handling

On the other side of things, the 2019 Silverado offers an almost overwhelming amount of engine options. You'll be able to choose from engines like a 4.3-liter V6, a 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, a 5.3-liter V8, and a 6.2-liter V8. Throughout these engines, you'll find three transmissions, a six-speed automatic, an eight-speed automatic, and a ten-speed automatic. Two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive can be found offered on a few different trims. While it is always great to have engine options, it seems overkill when the Ram 1500 produces amazing results with two reliable engines.

2019 Ram 1500 Features & Design

In order to get you the perfect truck, Ram offers the 1500 model in seven trim levels. The first of these is the base model Tradesman, which includes features like a Class III hitch receiver, a 5-inch touchscreen, a Uconnect infotainment system, dual USB inputs, automatic headlights, cruise control, air conditioning, vinyl flooring and upholstery, an auxiliary audio jack, push-button ignition, rear-seat USB charge ports, a 6-speaker audio system, trailer sway control, and heated side mirrors. This trim can also add an electronic locking rear differential, chrome exterior, and a Class IV hitch receiver. Another trim to check out is Big Horn, which adds a 60/40-split folding rear bench seat, fog lights, tinted windows, 18-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, and floor carpet. You can add options like an air suspension, an 8.4-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and power-adjustable pedals. The highest model offer is Limited, which includes rear cross-traffic alert, chrome exterior trim, an adjustable air suspension, blind-spot monitoring, power-retractable side steps, and premium-leather bucket seats.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado Features & Design

The Silverado features eight trims, including a base model WT that doesn't come with very many standard features. You'll get 17-inch steel wheels, Bluetooth, a USB port, air conditioning, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 6-speaker audio system, a 7-inch touchscreen, and a tilt-only steering column. Another trim is the LT, which adds an upgraded driver information display, LED headlights, a steering wheel, alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen, OnStar with 4G LTE, and a tailgate damper. The highest model, High Country, includes a spray-on bedliner, heated 2nd-row seats, blind-spot monitoring, a 7-speaker Bose audio system, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, chrome side step rails, and a power-up-and-down tailgate.

Conclusions

If you want the best full-size pickup truck in the segment, then the obvious choice is the 2019 Ram 1500. This truck not only comes with reliable and powerful engines, but it also offers a wide variety of well-equipped trim levels. To learn more about this truck you can read our full model review that is linked down below, and also stop by our dealership to look at our inventory in person!

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