2020 Ram 1500
vs.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500

  

For light-duty full-size trucks, Elgin, IL drivers have a lot to choose from. Do you choose a Silverado or Ram 1500 for your work and play driving around Streamwood, IL? Elgin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram takes a look at both trucks so you can decide if you prefer a Silverado or Ram 1500

  
 2020 RAM 1500vs. 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 
 3.6L V6Base Engine 4.3L V6 
 2,300 poundsMaximum Payload Capacity 2,280 pounds 
 Up to 19 MPGBase City MPG Up to 19 MPG 
 Up to 24 MPGBase Highway MPG Up to 22 MPG 
 First U.S. News RankThird 
 

Ram 1500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Performance

  • Starting Engines: Both trucks come equipped with a V6 engine, but where the RAM offers 305 hp as standard, the Silverado offers just 285 hp.
  • Towing and Payload: Although the Silverado manages a maximum towing capacity of 13,400 pounds, the RAM 1500 can tow up to 12,750 pounds, and it has a slight advantage in maximum payload capacity.
  • Fuel Economy: The RAM 1500 offers best-in-class standard V6 fuel economy, with up to 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. The Silverado comes close with identical city specs, but loses out on the highway with just 22 mpg.

Ram 1500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Capacity

While power is important for work trucks in South Elgin, IL, it's not everything. You need space for all your gear. Not only does the Ram 1500 offer a higher payload capacity, it has plenty of ways to organize your supplies: 

  • RamBox® Cargo Management System: A class-exclusive storage space that's accessible from the side of your truck bed with two lockable storage bins.
  • In-Floor Cargo Storage: For everything you'd like to keep out of view or inside the cabin, the RAM 1500 offers class-exclusive, in-floor cargo storage bins.

Ram 1500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Awards

Green Car Journal awarded the 2020 Ram 1500 its Green Truck of the Year for the second year in a row. U.S. Newsranked the Ram 1500 its top truck. The Silverado came in third. Both the Silverado and Ram 1500 placed in the top three of Consumer Guide's Best Buy list, but they gave points to the Ram 1500 for comfort and interior materials. The Ram 1500 has made the list for 12 years in a row. Most importantly, the Ram 1500 recently surpassed the Silverado in sales. More drivers in Bartlett, IL and everywhere prefer Ram. 

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Find Your 2020 Ram 1500 at Elgin CDJR!

When you've decided between Silverado or Ram 1500, contact Elgin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to find the Ram that suits your style. You can also learn more about the 2021 RAM 1500 gas mileage with our team! Read more about the 2020 RAM 1500 trim levels and schedule a test drive today.