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Chevrolet SSR vs Dodge Ram 3500

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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Overview

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
Selected trimBaseST
Body styleTruck (Regular Cab)Truck (Regular Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadeddiesel fuel
Transmission4-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typegasdiesel
Model year20062010

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
MSRP$39,240$34,680 (best)
Lowest listing price$18,779 (best)—
Median listing price$26,740 (best)—
Highest listing price$35,350 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
Combined MPG15 MPG (best)—
City MPG14 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG18 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank25 gal35 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
Horsepower395 hp (best)350 hp
Torque400 lb-ft650 lb-ft (best)
Engine size6 L6.7 L (best)
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
Seating2 seats3 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume22.5 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity2,500 lbs17,600 lbs (best)
Payload1,349 lbs4,650 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,701 lbs (best)6,847 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in7.6 in (best)
Wheelbase116 in140.5 in (best)
Length191.5 in231 in (best)
Width78.6 in (best)—
Height63.8 in73.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet SSRBaseDodge Ram 3500ST
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)9

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.

TrimChevrolet SSRDodge Ram 3500
1

Base

$39,240 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ST

$34,680 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

ST

$38,250 MSRP

3—

ST

$38,450 MSRP

4—

ST

$37,595 MSRP

5—

ST

$41,350 MSRP

6—

ST

$41,550 MSRP

7—

SLT

$38,320 MSRP

8—

SLT

$43,485 MSRP

9—

SLT

$43,685 MSRP

10—

SLT

$44,185 MSRP

11—

SLT

$41,490 MSRP

12—

SLT

$46,430 MSRP

13—

SLT

$46,630 MSRP

14—

SLT

$47,130 MSRP

15—

Laramie

$47,065 MSRP

16—

Laramie

$47,265 MSRP

17—

Laramie

$47,765 MSRP

18—

Laramie

$49,945 MSRP

19—

Laramie

$50,145 MSRP

20—

Laramie

$50,645 MSRP

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Chevrolet SSR vs Dodge Ram 3500 FAQ

Which is better: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Chevrolet SSR vs 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 starts lower at $34,680. Live Chevrolet SSR listings start at $18,779.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,680).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
The 2006 Chevrolet SSR leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (15).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
The 2006 Chevrolet SSR leads on horsepower in this comparison (395).
Which has better seats: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (17,600).