Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD vs Dodge Ram 2500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Dodge Ram 2500
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | ST |
| Body style | Truck (Extended Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1999 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $27,215 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $9,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $18,990 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $23,599 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 13 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 25 gal | 35 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 230 hp | 383 hp (best) |
| Torque | 285 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5 L | 5.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 3 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 5,500 lbs | 13,450 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 3,160 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,561 lbs (best) | 5,492 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 143.5 in (best) | 140.5 in |
| Length | 227.6 in | 231 in (best) |
| Width | 78.5 in | 78.9 in (best) |
| Height | 74.4 in (best) | 73.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WDLS | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side pole | — | Not Rated |
| Rollover | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 4 |
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 K1500 Pickup 4WD | Dodge Ram 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $27,215 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | ST $30,465 MSRP |
| 3 | — | ST $30,665 MSRP |
| 4 | — | ST $30,190 MSRP |
| 5 | — | ST $33,860 MSRP |
| 6 | — | ST $34,060 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SLT $30,360 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SLT $35,215 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SLT $35,415 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SLT $35,915 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SLT $33,575 MSRP |
| 12 | — | SLT $38,480 MSRP |
| 13 | — | SLT $38,680 MSRP |
| 14 | — | SLT $39,180 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Laramie $39,290 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Laramie $39,490 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Laramie $39,990 MSRP |
| 18 | — | Laramie $42,450 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Laramie $42,650 MSRP |
| 20 | — | Laramie $43,150 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD vs Dodge Ram 2500 FAQ
- Which is better: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD vs 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD starts lower at $0. Live Dodge Ram 2500 listings start at $9,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (14).
- Which has better horsepower: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (383).
- Which has better seats: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (13,450).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 1999 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 4WD vs 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Ram 2500 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).