2018 Ram 1500 vs Chevrolet Silverado Nanuet NY

Features & Specs

Transmission

8-speed shiftable automatic

6-speed shiftable automatic

Fuel Tank Capacity

32 Gallons

26 Gallons

Exterior Colors

21

7

Cruise Control

Standard

Standard

2018 Ram 1500 vs 2018 Chevrolet  Silverado near New City, NY

There are many pickup trucks vying for your attention, but we know that the 2018 Ram 1500 and the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado stand out amongst the pack! The Ram 1500 offers an incredibly stylish exterior design that moves into the cab of the truck as well as many different configurations that make it perfect for every job! Plus the standard technology and comfort features throughout the trim levels make commuting an ease! The Chevrolet Silverado also offers quite a few bed and body configurations as well and many different comfort and technology features to make the drive pass a little faster! We highly recommend the 2018 Ram 1500 overall other pickup trucks for its incredible versatility and utility as well the endless amount of features it offers! 

2018 Ram 1500 Power & Handling

There are three engine options for the 2018 Ram 1500! A 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine is the first and its outputs 240 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. This engine can get up to 24 miles to the gallon on the highway making it the most fuel-efficient full-size pickup truck in America! The second engine is a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that generates 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque that can reach 25 mpg on the highway! The final engine is a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with variable-valve timing that creates 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque! The EPA estimates that this engine can get 22 miles to the gallon on the highway! The class-exclusive TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission is that match to all three engines. This transmission integrates thermal control for enhancing efficiency and durability! 

2018 Chevrolet  Silverado Power & Handling

The Silverado has three engine options for 2018 as well! The standard engine is a 4.3-liter V6 VVT DI with Active Fuel Management that generates 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque! The first optional engine is a 5.3-liter V8 VVT DI with Active Fuel Management that produces 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The second engine option is a 6.2-liter V8 VVT DI with Active Fuel Management that outputs 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque! There are two transmission options as Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission or a Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission.

2018 Ram 1500 Features & Design

The Ram 1500 comes in 11 different trim levels for 2018! Starting with the base Tradesman, Express, the SLT, the HFE, Big Horn/Lone Star, Lone Star Silver, the Sport, Night, the Rebel, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, the Laramie Limited and the top trim Limited Tungsten! The Limited Tungsten model is brand new for 2018! There are three cab styles: the regular, quad and crew as well as two-bed lengths: 6 feet 4 inches and 8 feet! With this amount of options, there is a perfect Ram 1500 for everyone and every job! Cargo storage is bountiful in the 1500! You can fit all your gear and tools into this truck with the fold flat floor, hidden bins and the Ram Box bedside storage system! Features new for 2018 include an 8.4-inch touchscreen interface that comes with 4G LTE, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and USB Flip! You can work anytime of day with the LED bed lights that are turned on by a  remote exterior switch located in the truck bed! Now standard on all models in a rear backup camera perfect for parking in those tricker spots! 

2018 Chevrolet  Silverado Features & Design

The Silverado is offered in five trim levels for 2018: the Work Truck, LS, Custom, the LT, the LTZ and the top tier High Country! The Silverado offers three different cab options: the regular, extended and crew cab. Along with three-bed lengths ( 5 feet 8 inches, 6 ½ feet, and 8 feet ) to pick from depending on the cab. Standard features include 17-inch steel wheels, a bed light, black front and rear bumpers, and LED daytime running lights. As well as, power door locks, air conditioning, cruise control, a tilt-only steering wheel, a driver information display and vinyl floor covering. For technology, you'll find Bluetooth phone connectivity, auxiliary jack, a six-speaker sound system and Chevrolet's MyLink interface. 

Conclusions

Both of these pickup trucks are truly amazing, but the Ram 1500 comes out on top when it comes to cargo organization and fuel efficiency! Not to mention the endless list of standard and available features that let the driver create the perfect truck for them and their needs! Fill out the contact form below if you have any questions and then make a trip into Rockland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today to see the 2018 Ram 1500 for yourself!

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