2023 RAM 1500 vs. 2023 RAM 2500: What’s the Difference?

If you’re looking for a powerful new pickup in the Humboldt area, you can’t go wrong with RAM! Whether you’re running errands, hauling cargo to and from a worksite, or heading out on an off-road adventure, you can do it all with ease behind the wheel of a brand-new RAM truck. But which model best suits your unique driving needs: the 2023 RAM 1500 or 2500? They sound similar, but there are some important differences in price, specs, and capabilities between the two. Check out the guide below to compare RAM trucks and discover the difference between the 2023 RAM 1500 and 2500, then head to our inventory to see what we have available!

2023 RAM 1500 vs. 2500: Price & Features

Let’s start our comparison by examining the respective starting prices of the RAM 1500 and 2500. The RAM 1500 is a light-duty pickup truck while the RAM 2500 is heavy-duty, so naturally, the starting price for the RAM 1500 is a bit lower:

• 2023 RAM 1500 – $37,410 MSRP
• 2023 RAM 2500 – $44,205 MSRP

In terms of features, there are a lot of similarities between these two trucks. They both seat up to six passengers and offer advanced technology like Parking Assist and a 6-speaker premium audio system. However, the RAM 1500 seats six right from the entry-level trim (the RAM 2500 initially only seats three) and includes a few extra features like Bluetooth connectivity and the RamBox Cargo Management System.

2023 RAM 1500 vs. 2500: Performance & Capability

The main difference between the 2023 RAM 1500 and 2500 is in their capability. As a heavy-duty truck, the RAM 2500 far outmatches the light-duty 1500 when it comes to towing and payload power, and its turbo-diesel engine churns out a staggering 850 lb-ft of torque on the Dyersburg roads! However, the RAM 1500 gives you the advantage of choice, with five available powertrains including two with eTorque. Here are the full specs for both trucks:

2023 RAM 1500

• 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Engine: 260 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque
• 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque: 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS VVT: 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L V8 HEMI with eTorque: 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque
• Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® V8 (TRX): 702 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque
• Maximum towing power: 12,750 pounds
• Maximum payload power: 2,300 pounds

2023 RAM 2500

• 6.7L Cummins I6 Turbo Diesel: 370 hp and 850 lb-ft of torque.
• Heavy-Duty 6.4L HEMI V8: 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque
• Maximum towing power: 19,900 pounds
• Maximum payload power: 4,010 pounds

Compare RAM Trucks In Person at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson)

If you’re still on the fence deciding between the 2023 RAM 1500 or 2500, why not see how they handle on the Brownsville roads for yourself? Just contact us to see what we have available, then head to our dealership to set up a test drive! You can also contact us or check out our blog to learn more about the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM vehicles in our lineup.