2024 Silverado 1500 Vs. 2024 RAM 1500 in Jefferson City, TN

The 2024 Silverado 1500 Vs. 2024 RAM 1500

Model Available at Tarr Chevrolet in Jefferson City, TN

The full-size pickup truck is the perfect vehicle for those on the go. It can serve as a faithful workhorse and a family hauler. Furthermore, the class is no longer restricted to offering spartan cabins and uncomfortable seats. Examples such as the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2024 RAM 1500 offer features rivaling luxury cars and SUVs on higher trims.

Picking the best full-size pickup truck can take some research. We'll compare the 2024 Silverado 1500 against the 2024 RAM 1500. We'll examine what each vehicle offers in the interior, performance, and safety departments. Then, contact the Tarr Chevrolet team. Our dealership is conveniently located in Jefferson City, TN, and we have a great range of 2024 Silverado 1500 vehicles in our lots. Our team will help you pick the one best suited for you.

Interior Comparison

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2024 RAM 1500 can seat up to six occupants, depending on cab choice. However, the 2024 Silverado 1500 is noticeably roomier, with up to 139 cubic feet of space in the largest Crew Cab. Meanwhile, the 2024 RAM 1500 only offers 132 cubic feet in its largest iteration. This also means that the 2024 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab is the class leader in rear-seat space.

The 2024 Silverado 1500 can be configured with leather and wood trim, or you can have it in tough vinyl and hard-wearing plastic. That's great if you have kids who like to draw in crayons all over your vehicle. The Silverado 1500 can also be had with a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen, and dual-zone climate control. Moreover, buyers can choose heated and ventilated seats, a wireless phone charging pad, and a premium sound system.

The 2024 RAM 1500 also offers many of these features. In addition, both trucks come with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capabilities on all trims. However, higher trims of the 2024 Silverado 1500 add a Google-powered voice assistant plus Amazon Alexa.

Performance Comparison

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers buyers four powertrains. The base powertrain, called TurboMax, has a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain generates 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.

The next two powertrains are punchy gasoline V-8 engines. The smaller 5.3-liter unit is rated for 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. The larger 6.2-liter unit can deliver 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The V-8 models also receive a 10-speed automatic transmission. The final powertrain is a 3.0-liter turbodiesel six-cylinder engine. It makes 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque. It also comes with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The 2024 Silverado 1500 range comes in rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive configurations, depending on trim and spec. The ZR2 off-road trim adds Multimatic DSSV dampers, 33-inch mud terrain tires, and front plus rear electronically locking differentials. It also brings a two-speed transfer case and added underbody protection.

The RAM 1500 range offers only two gasoline engines, discontinuing its turbo diesel offering for 2024. There’s a 3.6-liter V-6 with 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque at the base level. Then, there’s a 5.7-liter V-8 with 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. Either engine comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Buyers also get a choice of rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive.

The 2024 Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds. This is significantly more than the 2024 RAM 1500’s 12,750-pound maximum tow rating.

Safety Features Comparison

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2024 RAM 1500 are safe vehicles. However, the Chevy truck offers autonomous emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring as standard. It also includes lane departure warning and lane-keeping assist across the range. The 2024 RAM 1500 only offers these as options.

Find the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Jefferson City, TN

In our Chevrolet vs. RAM comparison, the 2024 Silverado 1500 will be an excellent pick over the 2024 RAM 1500. The Silverado 1500 has a more practical interior, a broader choice of powertrains, and better standard safety features. The last one, particularly, is highly critical if you're planning to transport your family. All that remains is to swing by Tarr Chevrolet in Jefferson City, TN, and take a test drive.