If you need a workhorse truck in Athens, you will find plenty at Countryside Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Madison. We think you will love the RAM HD trucks we have for sale: the RAM 2500 and RAM 3500. But which one is right for you? Keep reading to find out more.
Engine Options
The RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 offer the same two engine options. A HEMI® 6.4-liter gas V8 comes standard, generating 405 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. For extra towing power, you can get a Cummins 6.7-liter turbo-diesel I6 with 430 horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque. Both trucks feature an eight-speed automatic transmission, standard rear-wheel drive, and available all-wheel drive.
Towing and Hauling
Because the RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 feature identical engines, feature sets, and design options, the primary differences are the towing and hauling capabilities. The RAM 2500 HD boasts a maximum towing capacity of 20,000 pounds when paired with the diesel engine and 17,750 pounds when equipped with the gas V8. The RAM 3500 can tow up to 36,610 pounds with the diesel engine and 18,150 pounds with the gas engine.
The RAM 2500 has a maximum payload rating of 3,590 pounds with the turbo-diesel and 3,940 pounds with the HEMI® V8. The RAM 3500 can haul up to 6,050 pounds with the diesel engine and up to 7,590 pounds with the HEMI®
Which RAM Heavy-Duty Truck is Right for Me?
Because the RAM 2500 and RAM 3500 have similar features and differ primarily in towing and hauling capacities, figuring out which one is right for you boils down to your driving needs in and around Atlanta. If you need the extra towing and hauling capability, then you can't go wrong with the RAM 3500. If the RAM 2500 meets your towing and hauling requirements, then you might appreciate its slightly lower price point. Either way, the best way to know for sure which one is right for you is by taking a test drive at Countryside Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Madison. To schedule your test drive, contact us today.
