The 2010 GMC Sierra vs. the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500

GMC and Dodge produce quality trucks, cars, and SUVs every day. Two popular models of trucks are the GMC Sierra and the Dodge Ram 1500. Both of these trucks have a four speed automatic transmission, rear wheel drive and similar body style. Both of these trucks have distinct differences that could be important to your next truck purchase. You will find both models at many Winnipeg dealerships, but before you go signing your life away, know exactly what you are paying for.

There is not much competition between the GMC Sierra and Dodge Ram 1500 when it comes to the standard warranty. The Sierra offers a 60-month/160,000km warranty on the powertrain and roadside assistance. It also has a 72-month/160,000km warranty on corrosion perforation. The Ram offers a 60-month/100,000km warranty on the powertrain and roadside assistance. For standard safety features, the two trucks are comparable except for one thing – OnStar. The Sierra has a twelve-month OnStar program that is standard on every truck. If you are ever lost you can call OnStar for Directions, If you ever lock your keys in your car, call Onstar, If you were ever in an accident OnStar will call emergency services for you if you don’t respond to them! Simply put OnStar saves lives every single day.

The GMC Sierra has a 4.3L V-6 engine that gets 14.1L/100km fuel economy in the city. The Dodge Ram 1500 has a 3.7L V-6 engine that gets 14.8L/100km fuel economy in the city. Driving around Winnipeg can use up the fuel, so keep fuel economy in mind when shopping for your truck. The Sierra outshines the Ram in other areas as well, such as weight, payload and towing capacity. The Sierra weighs 2,900kg, has a payload of 888kg and a towing capacity of 2,177kg. The Ram weighs 2,733kg, has a payload of 671kg and a towing capacity of 1,724kg.

If you look at these two trucks individually, both the GMC Sierra and the Dodge Ram 1500 are terrific trucks. But if you compare them side by side, you can see some important differences. These might not mean much to the average consumer, but if you really want to get the better truck, you need to pay attention to the finer details. Warranties are vital to the life of your truck and being able to tow heavy things is important. Keep these and all of the other differences in mind when you finally go to the Winnipeg dealership and buy your truck.