Chevrolet Express 3500 vs Dodge Ram 1500 Van
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Van
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3500 | 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 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $46,150 | $20,035 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 14 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 13 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 15 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal | 31 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 239.4 cu ft (best) | 200 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 10,000 lbs (best) | 5,950 lbs |
| Payload | 4,280 lbs (best) | 2,410 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,266 lbs | 4,192 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | 7.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 135 in (best) | 109.3 in |
| Length | 224.1 in (best) | 192.6 in |
| Width | 79.3 in (best) | 78.8 in |
| Height | 84.8 in (best) | 79.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Express 35003500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3500 $46,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1500 $20,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3500 $46,950 MSRP | 1500 $20,080 MSRP |
| 3 | LS 3500 $49,150 MSRP | 1500 Maxi $22,190 MSRP |
| 4 | LS 3500 $49,950 MSRP | — |
| 5 | LT 3500 $51,095 MSRP | — |
| 6 | LT 3500 $51,895 MSRP | — |