2022 RAM 1500 vs. 2022 RAM 2500

The difference between the RAM 1500 and the RAM 2500 is that the 1500 is a standard full-size truck, meant to be an all-rounder, while the 2500 is a Heavy Duty pickup meant primarily for more extreme towing and commercial work. These days the 1500 is quite capable of most professional uses itself, but the 2500 is purposely designed for them. So, comparing RAM 1500 vs. RAM 2500, which is best suited for you? Find out now with Allen Samuels Auto Group. If you have any questions about how either of these hardworking trucks could further your needs in Waco or Aransas Pass, contact us!

2022 RAM 1500 vs. RAM 2500 Towing & Payload Capacity

Compare the towing capacity and payload capacity of the 2022 RAM 1500 and 2500:

Maximum Towing Capacity

• 2022 RAM 1500 – 12,750 pounds
• 2022 RAM 2500 – 19,990 pounds

Maximum Payload Capacity

• 201 RAM 1500 – 2,300 pounds
• 2022 RAM 2500 – 3,910 pounds

2022 RAM 1500 vs. RAM 2500 Engine Options

The heart of any truck, and how it gets work and play done around the streets of Hutchinson or the highways around Oklahoma City, is its engine. Here’s whats under the hood of the RAM trucks in question:

2022 RAM 1500

• Newest generation of the 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Engine which produces 280 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque
• 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque which delivers 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT which produces 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque
• Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® V8 (RAM TRX) delivers 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque

2022 RAM 2500

• 6.7L Cummins I6 Turbo Diesel which churns out 370 hp and 850 lb-ft of torque.
• Heavy-Duty 6.4L HEMI V8 creates an impressive 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque

2022 RAM 1500 vs. RAM 2500 Starting Price

Here’s how the starting prices of both trucks stack up:

• 2022 RAM 1500 – Starting MSRP $35,900
• 2022 RAM 2500 – Starting MSRP $39,160

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