Dodge Ram 1500 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 | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ST | ST |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2010 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,610 (best) | $27,215 |
| Lowest listing price | $13,988 | $9,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | $13,988 (best) | $18,990 |
| Highest listing price | $13,988 (best) | $23,599 |
| For sale now | 1 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 26 gal | 35 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 383 hp (best) |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 5.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 9,100 lbs | 13,450 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,480 lbs | 3,160 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,545 lbs (best) | 5,492 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9 in (best) | 7.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.5 in | 140.5 in (best) |
| Length | 209 in | 231 in (best) |
| Width | 79.4 in (best) | 78.9 in |
| Height | 74.6 in (best) | 73.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 2500ST |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side pole | — | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 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 | Dodge Ram 1500 | Dodge Ram 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ST $20,610 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $27,215 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ST $20,910 MSRP | ST $30,465 MSRP |
| 3 | ST $24,665 MSRP | ST $30,665 MSRP |
| 4 | ST $28,510 MSRP | ST $30,190 MSRP |
| 5 | ST $25,065 MSRP | ST $33,860 MSRP |
| 6 | ST $25,365 MSRP | ST $34,060 MSRP |
| 7 | ST $29,075 MSRP | SLT $30,360 MSRP |
| 8 | ST $31,730 MSRP | SLT $35,215 MSRP |
| 9 | SLT $24,855 MSRP | SLT $35,415 MSRP |
| 10 | SLT $25,155 MSRP | SLT $35,915 MSRP |
| 11 | SLT $28,865 MSRP | SLT $33,575 MSRP |
| 12 | SLT $31,020 MSRP | SLT $38,480 MSRP |
| 13 | SLT $28,425 MSRP | SLT $38,680 MSRP |
| 14 | SLT $28,725 MSRP | SLT $39,180 MSRP |
| 15 | SLT $32,085 MSRP | Laramie $39,290 MSRP |
| 16 | SLT $34,240 MSRP | Laramie $39,490 MSRP |
| 17 | Laramie $36,880 MSRP | Laramie $39,990 MSRP |
| 18 | Laramie $39,035 MSRP | Laramie $42,450 MSRP |
| 19 | Laramie $40,495 MSRP | Laramie $42,650 MSRP |
| 20 | Laramie $42,650 MSRP | Laramie $43,150 MSRP |
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Dodge Ram 1500 vs Dodge Ram 2500 FAQ
- Which is better: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 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: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 starts lower at $20,610. Live Dodge Ram 1500 listings start at $13,988. Live Dodge Ram 2500 listings start at $9,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,610).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
- Which has better horsepower: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (390).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 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 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 vs 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Ram 2500 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).