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A full-size pickup truck is a versatile vehicle for family and work purposes. Models such as the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2024 RAM 1500 are well-known for their ample load-lugging capacity. These two full-size pickup trucks also come with safety and technological features that were once only seen in luxury vehicles.
Let’s see who makes the most value-packed full-size pickup truck. Our Chevy vs RAM competition will first consider each truck’s interior equipment. Then, we’ll check out their performance specifications. Finally, we’ll see how their safety systems compare. This information will help you in choosing your next full-size pickup truck.
Alternatively, you can come to Johnny Londoff Chevrolet and look at the 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 range. Our team of Chevy experts will help you choose the best trim, powertrain, and options for your needs. Then, you can take a 2024 Silverado 1500 for a spin around the streets of Florissant, MO, to experience Chevy’s finest in action.
Chevy offers a range of two-door and four-door cabs for 2024 Silverado 1500 buyers to choose from. RAM does the same with the 2024 RAM 1500 range. Hence, in their largest four-door forms, these two full-size pickup trucks can accommodate up to six adults. However, higher trims can seat five. This is because they have a broad and versatile center console between the front seats. Furthermore, the 2024 Silverado 1500 is the class leader in rear-seat space. It offers 40 inches in headroom and 43 inches in legroom.
The 2024 Silverado 1500 and the 2024 RAM 1500 offer multiple cargo bed lengths, depending on cab choice. Plus, the 2024 Silverado 1500 now gets a Multi-Flex tailgate as an option. This allows the tailgate to open into various forms. Configurations include a load stopper, a half-height tailgate, a seat, and a work surface. Some of the tailgate’s functions can be controlled via the key fob. Meanwhile, the 2024 RAM 1500 has a conventional downward-folding tailgate.
Both full-size pickup trucks have standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for smartphone integration. They’ve also got Bluetooth® hands-free and wireless audio streaming. Furthermore, sound system upgrades are available for music fans. The 2024 Silverado 1500 also gets Amazon Alexa and a Google-powered voice assistant for higher trims.
Four engines are available for 2024 Silverado 1500 buyers. At the base of the range is the TurboMax, a turbocharged 2.7-liter engine. This 310-hp unit can provide up to 430 lb-ft of torque. It uses an 8-speed automatic gearbox. All other engines use a 10-speed automatic transmission. Some trims include steering wheel-mounted gear shift paddles. This allows the driver to manually select gears.
Then, Chevy offers two naturally aspirated V8s for the 2024 Silverado range. There’s a 355-hp 5.3-liter unit with a torque output of 383 lb-ft. Then, there’s a 420-hp unit with 460 lb-ft of torque. Finally, there’s a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine. This engine makes 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque.
The 2024 Silverado 1500 comes with four-wheel or rear-wheel drive depending on the trim. Others, such as the ZR2 are exclusively four-wheel drive. The ZR2 trim is aimed at off-road enthusiasts and includes some enhancements. These are 33-inch mud-terrain tires, a two-speed transfer case, and Chevy’s Multimatic DSSV dampers. These dampers are also available for some other trims. Moreover, the ZR2 has extra underbody skid plates and electronic locking differentials.
RAM offers only two powertrains for the 2024 RAM 1500 range. There’s a 3.6-liter naturally aspirated V6 for lower trims. This 305-hp engine can deliver up to 269 lb-ft of torque. Then, there’s a 395-hp 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with 410 lb-ft. There’s no turbodiesel engine available. An 8-speed automatic gearbox is standard. Rear-wheel drive is standard; four-wheel drive is available.
The 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 offers an impressive maximum payload capacity of 2,260 pounds. Its towing capacity is up to 13,300 pounds. Meanwhile, the 2024 RAM 1500 has a slightly higher maximum payload capacity of 2,320 pounds. But it can only tow up to 12,750 pounds. All figures are trim and powertrain dependent.
Chevy outfits every 2024 Silverado 1500 with blind spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning. It also has lane keeping assistance and forward collision warning. Moreover, GM’s SuperCruise adaptive cruise control system is available. Conversely, the 2024 RAM 1500 isn’t as well-equipped. Many of these features are options or not offered.
The results are in, and it’s a decisive win for Chevy and the 2024 Silverado 1500. But don’t just take our word for it. Pop by Johnny Londoff Chevrolet in Florissant, MO, and take a closer look at this full-size pickup truck. Then, we’ll help you evaluate financing choices.
