Comparing the GMC Sierra 1500 to the Ram 1500
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GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500: Two Premium Full-Size Trucks Built for Wisconsin Drivers
Are you on a mission to find the perfect pickup? The GMC Sierra 1500 sits at the summit of the light-duty truck class. From utility and capability to trailering technology and connectivity, the new GMC Sierra 1500 sets the standard for other trucks to follow. At Mike Juneau's Brookfield Buick GMC, we believe Wisconsin truck buyers should make informed decisions. Before shopping, compare the GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Ram 1500 in key truck categories. You can also compare the GMC Sierra 1500 to the truck competition. You'll find that the GMC Sierra 1500 is ready to handle whatever life throws your way.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs Ram 1500 Performance and Capability
Looking at GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Ram 1500 engines? The GMC Sierra 1500 delivers best-in-class standard torque and offers a diesel powertrain. Diesel truck buyers from Glendale, WI, will be drawn to the GMC Sierra 1500. The Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo Diesel inline-six engine delivers 495 pound-feet of torque and unlocks a 13,300-pound towing capacity. The Ram 1500 doesn't offer a diesel engine. Truck owners will appreciate how two powerful forces come together in the TurboMax™ engine, which delivers 310 horsepower. The base powertrain, a Pentastar® V6 engine, for the Ram 1500 delivers 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. The TurboMax™ engine of the GMC Sierra 1500 delivers 430 pound-feet of best-in-class torque. Truck shoppers can compare GMC Sierra 1500 engines, including the 5.3-liter V8 and the 2.7-liter TurboMax™ powertrains.
The HEMI® V8 engine for the Ram 1500 is rated 395 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque. The GMC Sierra 1500 offers more V8 horsepower and torque. The 6.2-liter V8 engine produces 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The Ram 1500 offers Hurricane engines, with the core powertrain producing 420 horsepower, but the truck only touts a towing capacity of 11,610 pounds. Multiple GMC Sierra 1500 configurations can pull over 13,000 pounds, and the truck's V8 towing capacity is 13,100 pounds, topping the V8-powered Ram 1500 by 1,780 pounds. Max payload ratings are comparable. The GMC Sierra 1500 handle payloads up to 2,443 pounds, while the Ram 1500 can take on a payload of 2,360 pounds.
Why Brookfield Area Truck Owners Appreciate the GMC Sierra's Trailering Technology
New GMC Sierra 1500 trucks can be equipped with Super Cruise® hands-free driver assistance technology. Experience the freedom of towing your boat or camper hands-free on I-43 through Greenfield, WI, or major Wisconsin highways with a Super Cruise®-equipped GMC Sierra 1500. The Ram 1500 offers Hands-Free Active Driving Assist, but Super Cruise® has more map data and more logged miles.
With up to 14 camera views, you can maneuver your GMC Sierra 1500 truck and trailer with confidence. Truck owners from Wauwatosa have access to unique camera views, including Transparent Trailer View, Hitch View, and Bed View with Zoom & Hitch Guidance. The Ram 1500 also has no answer for the available ProGrade® Trailering System. This GMC Sierra 1500 system is designed to streamline the hitching and towing process with integrated tools, so you can tow with commanding control and confidence.
| Features | GMC Sierra 1500 | RAM 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Four wheel drive | Four wheel drive |
| Engine power | 355 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 305 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Engine torque | 383 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm | 269 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 5.3 l | 3.6 l |
| Engine configuration | V8 | V6 |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Height | 75.5 in. | 77.5 in. |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
MultiPro Tailgate vs Conventional Truck Bed Features
Make light work of almost any job with the world's first six-function GMC MultiPro Tailgate, which improves loading, unloading, and accessing the cargo box. There are useful features, including a load stop and inner gate load stop. The Ram 1500 has shorter truck beds and lacks a six-function tailgate.
Truck owners from West Bend will appreciate the CarbonPro® composite bed of the GMC Sierra 1500, which offers best-in-class short bed cargo volume. The 69.3 cubic feet is more cargo volume than any other truck competitor. The Ram 1500 has a max cargo volume of 61.5 cubic feet. A GMC Sierra 1500 truck provides 89.1 cubic feet of max cargo volume and access to 12 tie-downs, more than the Ram 1500 offers. The CarbonPro® composite bed has excellent scratch, dent, and corrosion resistance. The GMC Sierra 1500 offers a superior utility setup.
Which Truck Is Better for Wisconsin Winters?
The GMC Sierra 1500 has an advanced four-wheel drive system to navigate Milwaukee snow-covered streets with confidence. More torque delivery is also beneficial. The Ram 1500 has a 4x4 setup but a lower torque output.
Why Many Brookfield Truck Buyers Choose the GMC Sierra 1500
Wisconsin drivers appreciate how the GMC Sierra 1500 offers over 40 inches of combined driver-focused digital displays. The 13.4-inch center touchscreen is paired with the Premium GMC Infotainment System featuring Google built-in. The GMC Sierra 1500 also offers a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center and 15-inch Head-Up Display. While the Ram 1500 offers over 50 combined inches of digital displays, including a front passenger touchscreen, the standard Uconnect® 5 touchscreen is only 8.4 inches. GMC Sierra 1500 trucks have best-in-class standard Crew Cab headroom and legroom in the front row, leading to more relaxing towing voyages.
The GMC Sierra 1500 is available in a Regular Cab, Crew Cab, or Double Cab, giving Milwaukee truck shoppers more options. The Ram 1500 only has Quad Cab and Crew Cab models. New GMC Sierra 1500 Denali trucks are premium models, and the Denali Ultimate rivals the Ram 1500 Tungsten. You can research GMC Sierra 1500 trims, including the luxurious Denali and rugged AT4 models. The GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X has more off-road capability than the Ram 1500 Rebel.
Test Drive a New GMC Sierra 1500 Truck at Mike Juneau's Brookfield Buick GMC
Mike Juneau's Brookfield Buick GMC is the go-to GMC truck dealer serving Milwaukee. Compare engines, cab styles, and trim levels as you browse the assortment of new GMC Sierra 1500 trucks for sale in Brookfield. We offer used GMC Sierra 1500 trucks if you're looking for a lower-priced workhorse that can tow and haul. Contact us to schedule a test drive in the GMC Sierra 1500 for a glimpse of why the truck is a light-duty leader.
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