2017 Ram 2500 vs. 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Comparison Near Elko, NV

Compare The 2017 Ram 2500 vs. 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Near Elko, NV

When you compare the 2017 Ram 2500 near Spring Creek, NV, against the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, you're looking at two well-built, comfortable pickups. For our review we'll compare the Ram 2500 Limited against the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD High Country, with crew cabs. Both of these attractive trucks represent top-of-the-line trims and come standard with leather interiors, luxurious appointments and the latest technology as well as ruggedly handsome exteriors with 20-inch aluminum or chrome wheels, plus wheel-to-wheel sidesteps. But we think you'll find the more thoughtful appointments of the 2017 Ram 2500 will outweigh the Silverado 2500HD in a number of key areas. If you live near Carlin, NV, come test drive a 2017 Ram 2500 in Elko, NV, at Elko Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and check out this awesome pickup for yourself.

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2017 Ram 2500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Performance Comparison

Under the hood of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD High Country you'll find a Vortec® 6.0-liter VVT V8 SFI that is paired with a six-speed automatic heavy-duty transmission engine cranking out a respectable 360 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque. Depending on the axle, this pickup can tow between 9,800 and 13,000 pounds. In the 2017 Ram 2500 Limited you'll find a stock 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 VVT engine matched with a six-speed automatic transmission (or available six-speed manual with the diesel) that produces 383 horsepower, 400 lb.-ft. of torque, and delivers an impressive max towing of 13,980 pounds, ideal when you're hauling your camper or trailer near Battle Mountain, NV, or around Salt Lake City, UT. The Silverado provides a maximum payload of 3,233 pounds where the Ram 2500 payload is 3,060 pounds. In terms of options, the High Country has an available Duramax® 6.6-liter diesel where the 2500 Limited offers a 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel or heavy-duty 6.4-liter HEMI® V8. We'll give payload to the Chevy but the Ram definitely wins in horsepower, torque, towing and overall choices in engines.

2017 Ram 2500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Interior Comparison

Inside the cabs of the 2017 Ram 2500 Limited and Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD High Country you'll find excellent appointments and sumptuous comfort. The Silverado 2500HD High Country features dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-appointed seats, 60/40 rear folding seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel and a console insert organization tray. While these are all nice appointments, the 2017 Ram 2500 Limited ups the luxury with premium Natura Plus Black leather heated and ventilated front bucket seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel with real wood accents plus a double stacked center console with full leather lid, wood tambour door and Limited Badging. The additional posh touches give the win for best-looking interior to the Ram 2500. When it comes to technology, the Silverado 2500HD is equipped with Chevrolet MyLink® with an 8-inch monitor and navigation, a driver information cluster that utilizes a 4.2-inch screen and there's a Bose® sound system for entertainment. With the Ram 2500 you'll find Uconnect® 8.4 NAV, a premium instrument cluster with seven-inch display and a nine-speaker Alpine® premium audio system. While both are excellent systems, the seven-inch display in the 2017 Ram 2500 provides a larger footprint.

The Verdict

In the final analysis comparing the 2017 Ram 2500 vs. 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, the Silverado's slight advantage in payload and slightly lower price tag can hardly beat the overall power, performance and rich appointments offered in the 2017 Ram 2500. Come check out our 2017 Ram 2500 inventory near Winnemucca, NV, at Elko Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and see how affordable this great pickup can be. We have a nice selection of new models, colors and trims, and you can apply for new car financing, value your trade, estimate your payments and lock in a price from our easy-to-navigate website. Stop by our showroom at 1585 Lamoille Highway in Elko, NV, and test drive a 2017 Ram 2500 today!