Compare GMC Sierra 1500 vs RAM 1500: Towing, Capability & Features
GMC Sierra 1500
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Compare GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500: Towing, Capability & Features
Compare New Trucks: How the GMC Sierra 1500 Surges Past the Ram 1500
In the light-duty truck realm, the GMC Sierra 1500 and Ram 1500 emerge as strong contenders. At Quinn Motors, we help truck shoppers from Wisconsin and Minnesota make informed decisions. We've put together a comprehensive truck comparison of the GMC Sierra 1500 and Ram 1500. Get to know the new GMC Sierra 1500 trucks for sale in Ellsworth, WI, and how these options stack up against pickups from the Ram 1500 lineup.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500 - Towing and Capability
Maximum Towing Capacity
Are you hauling your boat to the lake or a camper from River Falls, WI, to your favorite campground? You'll want to rely on the new GMC Sierra 1500 and the truck's maximum diesel towing capacity of 13,300 pounds. That figure tops the Ram 1500, which has a maximum towing capacity of 11,610 pounds.
Additional Towing Ratings
GMC Sierra 1500 trucks have a gas V8 maximum towing capacity of 13,100 pounds, while the Ram 1500 has a V8 towing capacity of 11,320 pounds. The standard towing rating for the Ram 1500 is 8,100 pounds. The GMC Sierra 1500 has a higher base towing capacity of 9,400 pounds. The GMC Sierra 1500 grabs a victory point in towing for superior ratings across the range.
Payload Ratings
A Ram 1500 has a maximum payload rating of 2,360 pounds. In a Regular Cab, Long Bed configuration, the GMC Sierra 1500 boasts a maximum payload capacity of 2,440 pounds. You can easily transport heavy materials to different St. Paul, MN, worksites with the GMC Sierra 1500.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500 - Engines and Performance
When you buy a new GMC Sierra 1500 in Ellsworth, WI, you benefit from best-in-class standard engine torque. The TurboMax™ engine for the GMC Sierra 1500 delivers 430 pound-feet of torque, along with 310 standard horsepower. Powered by the Pentastar® V6 engine, the Ram 1500 delivers 305 standard horsepower. The GMC Sierra 1500 delivers five additional horsepower and 161 additional pound-feet of torque.
There's no diesel powertrain offering for the Ram 1500. Diesel truck buyers from Baldwin, WI, will be drawn to the GMC Sierra 1500 for its exclusive diesel engine. The Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel inline-six engine churns out 495 pound-feet of torque. A Ram 1500 with the Hurricane engine is rated for 420 horsepower. The high-output Hurricane engine delivers 540 horsepower, but the towing capability does not come close to the GMC Sierra 1500.
Select Ram 1500 models can feature the HEMI® V8 engine, which produces 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. When comparing V8 engines, the GMC Sierra 1500 offers more power - and double the choices. The secondary V8 engine for the GMC Sierra 1500 delivers 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The 6.2-liter unit produces an extra 25 horsepower and 50 pound-feet of torque. A 5.3-liter V8 engine offers a secondary V8 powertrain that the Ram 1500 cannot match.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500 - Features
Technology
The new GMC Sierra 1500 offers over 40 inches of combined driver-focused digital displays - the most in its class. Google built-in for the GMC Sierra 1500 gives Baldwin, WI, truck owners access to Google Maps, Google Play, and Google Assistant. The 13.4-inch multicolor touchscreen is part of the truck's Premium GMC Infotainment System that counters Uconnect® and the 14.5-inch touchscreen in the Ram 1500. The Ram truck has a 12-inch digital cluster display but does not offer Google built-in. GMC Sierra 1500 trucks have a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center and a large 15-inch multicolor Head-Up Display. The Head-Up Display in the Ram 1500 is only 10 inches.
Interior
Enjoy a more relaxing towing voyage back to Red Wing, MN, with the GMC Sierra 1500 boasting best-in-class standard Crew Cab front headroom (43 inches) and legroom (44.5 inches). There's more room to spread out in the GMC truck. The GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate has the upscale interior features to match the Ram 1500 Tungsten. Sound systems include a Bose® Premium Series setup with Centerpoint surround sound for the GMC Sierra 1500 and a Klipsch® Reference Premiere Audio System for the Ram 1500.
Exterior
Choose the GMC Sierra 1500 for the world's first six-function GMC MultiPro™ Tailgate, which helps improve loading and unloading. You'll also enjoy more convenient access to the cargo box. GMC Sierra 1500 trucks with a long bed have a best-in-class cargo volume figure of 89 cubic feet. The standard cargo bed volume is another best-in-class figure at 72 cubic feet. The Ram 1500 has 62 cubic feet of cargo volume. GMC Sierra 1500 trucks offer a GMC CarbonPro Composite bed with best-in-class short bed cargo volume of 64 cubic feet, topping the Ram 1500 at 54 cubic feet. The GMC Sierra 1500 scores another win in the utility department with 12 standard cargo tie-downs.
GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X models feature exclusive front and rear electronic locking differentials; these are not seen on any truck competitor in this class. Signature Denali grilles give the GMC Sierra 1500 an edge in exterior styling.
Truck Beds & Cab Styles
The longest bed for the Ram 1500 is 76 inches, while the GMC Sierra 1500 offers a longer bed stretching 98 inches. There are three bed options for the GMC Sierra 1500, which is available in Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab configurations. Pick out your favorite cab size as you explore the assortment of new GMC trucks for sale in Ellsworth, WI. The Ram 1500 is available in Quad Cab and Crew Cab styles.
Test Drive a New GMC Sierra 1500 Truck at Quinn Motors
From utility and towing capability to engine outputs and trailering, the GMC Sierra 1500 proves why it's the superior light-duty truck. Quinn Motors - the premier new GMC truck dealer serving Red Wing, MN - has several GMC Sierra 1500 models in stock. Contact us to schedule a test drive in the GMC Sierra 1500.
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