Dodge B2500 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 | Dodge B25002500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2500 | 1500 |
| Body style | Ext Van | Van |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge B25002500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $20,035 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge B25002500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 12 MPG | 13 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 35 gal (best) | 31 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge B25002500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 230 hp (best) | 175 hp |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft (best) | 225 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.2 L (best) | 3.9 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge B25002500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 2 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 200 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,950 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 3,011 lbs (best) | 2,410 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,690 lbs | 4,192 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.2 in | 7.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 127.6 in (best) | 109.3 in |
| Length | 205.2 in (best) | 192.6 in |
| Width | 79.8 in (best) | 78.8 in |
| Height | 79.9 in (best) | 79.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge B25002500 | 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 | Dodge B2500 | Dodge Ram 1500 Van |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2500 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1500 $20,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2500 Maxi $0 MSRP | 1500 $20,080 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 1500 Maxi $22,190 MSRP |