Dodge Ram 1500 vs Dodge Ram 3500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Dodge Ram 3500
Overview
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ST | ST |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | diesel fuel |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | diesel |
| Model year | 2010 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,610 (best) | $34,680 |
| Lowest listing price | $7,365 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $7,365 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $7,365 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 350 hp (best) |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 6.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 9,100 lbs | 17,600 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,480 lbs | 4,650 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,545 lbs (best) | 6,847 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9 in (best) | 7.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.5 in | 140.5 in (best) |
| Length | 209 in | 231 in (best) |
| Width | 79.4 in (best) | — |
| Height | 74.6 in (best) | 73.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Dodge Ram 3500ST |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 Ram 1500 | Dodge Ram 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ST $20,610 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $34,680 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ST $20,910 MSRP | ST $38,250 MSRP |
| 3 | ST $24,665 MSRP | ST $38,450 MSRP |
| 4 | ST $28,510 MSRP | ST $37,595 MSRP |
| 5 | ST $25,065 MSRP | ST $41,350 MSRP |
| 6 | ST $25,365 MSRP | ST $41,550 MSRP |
| 7 | ST $29,075 MSRP | SLT $38,320 MSRP |
| 8 | ST $31,730 MSRP | SLT $43,485 MSRP |
| 9 | SLT $24,855 MSRP | SLT $43,685 MSRP |
| 10 | SLT $25,155 MSRP | SLT $44,185 MSRP |
| 11 | SLT $28,865 MSRP | SLT $41,490 MSRP |
| 12 | SLT $31,020 MSRP | SLT $46,430 MSRP |
| 13 | SLT $28,425 MSRP | SLT $46,630 MSRP |
| 14 | SLT $28,725 MSRP | SLT $47,130 MSRP |
| 15 | SLT $32,085 MSRP | Laramie $47,065 MSRP |
| 16 | SLT $34,240 MSRP | Laramie $47,265 MSRP |
| 17 | Laramie $36,880 MSRP | Laramie $47,765 MSRP |
| 18 | Laramie $39,035 MSRP | Laramie $49,945 MSRP |
| 19 | Laramie $40,495 MSRP | Laramie $50,145 MSRP |
| 20 | Laramie $42,650 MSRP | Laramie $50,645 MSRP |
