Common
Differences Among 1500, 1500 classic, 2500, and the 3500 Ram truck types
- The
Appearance; Half-Ton Pickups and Three-Quarter Ton Pickups
You can mostly notice the difference
between them with their appearance and size.
For instance, the Ram 1500 Classic is
heavier than the Ram 1500 because of its sturdy frame.
The traditional standard-duty trucks such
as the Ram 1500 are called "half-ton" pick-ups, while bigger trucks can be
three-quarter-ton pick-ups like the Ram 2500 or one-ton pick-ups like the Ram
3500.
Generally, the payloads and towing
capacity are major differences between the Ram 1500, the Classic 1500, the Ram
2500, and Ram 3500.
- Their
Engines and Transmissions
The Ram 1500 comes with 3 different
powerful engines. They are;
● 5.7L Hemi V8
Engine pumping 395 HP and 410 lb.-ft. torque.
● 3.0L EcoDiesel V6
Engine delivering 240 HP and 420 lb.-ft. torque.
● 3.6L Pentastar V6
Engine offering 305 HP and 269 lb.-ft. torque.
The Ram 2500 engines are bigger and they
deliver more power than the Ram 1500.
The model has a 5.7L HEMI V8, which uses
VVT that gives 383 HP, 400 lb.-ft. torque. It has a 3,060-lb maximum payload
and 13,890-lb maximum towing power.
The second is a 6.4L HEMI V8 engine that
gives 410 HP, 429 lb.-ft. torque. This has 3,990-lb. maximum payload and 16,320
maximum towing.
Also, is the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel I6
engine that provides 370 HP, 800 lb.-ft. of torque. It features 3,160-lb. maximum
payload and maximum 17,980-lb towing.
With the 2017 Ram 3500, you'd tow up to
13,900 pounds with the 5.7-liter V8 engine.
There's the 6.4-liter V8 that can tow
16,320 pounds. The 6.7-liter Cummins turbo diesel almost doubles the 6.4-liter
V8. It gives around 31,120 pounds of
fifth-wheel-aided towing prowess.
- Hauling
Capability
The Ram 1500 and the 1500 classic might
be small, but they can haul a great number of things. However, if you need
something larger, go for the Ram 2500.
The Ram 2500, with its great features, is
constructed to haul. It can haul large and heavy loads.
The Ram 3500 is the best for any hauling
work. With its gas-powered engine, the Ram 3500 can take a payload of around
7,680 pounds.
- The Mile's
Duration
The Ram 1500 and the Classic can last for
300,000 miles with good maintenance.
The Ram 2500 mile duration is 250,000
miles.
The Ram 3500 model can last from 250,000-
400,000 miles if you maintain it well.
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