Chevrolet Express 2500 vs Dodge B3500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Dodge B3500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2500 | 1500 |
| Body style | Van | Van |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 14 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 13 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 16 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal | 35 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 276 hp (best) | 175 hp |
| Torque | 298 lb-ft (best) | 225 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 3.9 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 239.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 10,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 3,280 lbs (best) | 2,041 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,261 lbs | 4,579 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | 6.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 135 in (best) | 109.6 in |
| Length | 224.1 in (best) | 187.2 in |
| Width | 79.3 in | 79.8 in (best) |
| Height | 84.8 in (best) | 79.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 25002500 | Dodge B35001500 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Express 2500 | Dodge B3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2500 $42,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1500 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2500 $44,100 MSRP | 1500 SLT $0 MSRP |
| 3 | LS 2500 $47,950 MSRP | 2500 $0 MSRP |
| 4 | LT 2500 $50,295 MSRP | 2500 SLT $0 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 3500 Maxi $0 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 3500 SLT Maxi $0 MSRP |