2022 Silverado 1500 vs. 2022 RAM 1500 Comparison in Queensbury, NY

2022 Silverado 1500 vs. 2022 RAM 1500

Chevrolet’s 2022 Silverado 1500 and the 2022 RAM 1500 are class leaders in the full-size pickup segment. Both tracks are sturdy, reliable workhorses that are capable of hauling heavy loads down the highway or across rough terrain. Both pickups got a bit of a refresh for the 2022 model year. So, it’s natural for buyers to want a guide to what has changed and how that impacts which truck they should buy. While the RAM 1500’s changes are largely in the form of special editions, the Chevy Silverado 1500 makes some upgrades to the interior, infotainment system, and safety and driver assistance features. Keep reading to learn more. We think you’ll be pretty impressed with the results.

Cargo Space and Interior Comfort

One of the best things about the Silverado 1500 and the RAM 1500 is the number of customizable options in each model. Both models give truck buyers the ability to choose a configuration of power, seating, and truck-bed size that will suit their needs best. However, the Silverado has a few more options when it comes to the division of space.

The Silverado 1500 can seat between three and six passengers depending on which cab size you choose and has three truck bed options – a 5-foot-10-inch, a 6-foot-7-inch, and the largest truck bed is an 8-foot-2-inch option.

The 2022 RAM 1500 seats between five and six occupants and only has two truck bed options – a 5-foot-7-inch bed, and a 6-foot-4-inch bed.

Power and Performance

The Silverado 1500 offers a wide variety of powerful engine options that includes:

• 310-horsepower 2.7-liter Turbo inline-four with 420 pound-feet of torque (base)
• 355-horsepower 5.3-liter V8 with 383 pound-feet of torque
• 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 with 460 pound-feet of torque
• 277-horsepower 3.0-liter diesel inline-six with 460 pound-feet of torque

The base engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and is capable of towing up to 9,500 pounds. All others are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The 355-horsepower engine can tow 11,200 pounds while both the 420-horsepower V8 and the diesel engine have a max towing capacity of 13,300 pounds.

The RAM 1500 also offers a variety of engine options. They include:

• 305-horsepower V6 with 269 pound-feet of torque (base)
• 395-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 with 410 pound-feet of torque
• 395-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 with 410 pound-feet of torque and an eTorque mild-hybrid system that adds up to an additional 130 pound-feet of torque
• 260-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 diesel with 480 pound-feet of torque

The max towing capacity of the RAM 1500 is less than the Silverado at 12,750 pounds.

Every Silverado has available four-wheel drive and the Z71 package adds a more rugged suspension system that makes the truck an even more capable off-road vehicle. The RAM 1500 also offers available four-wheel drive on all trims.

Technology

In the cockpit, the 2022 Silverado 1500 has an upgraded infotainment system with an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and an available 13.4-inch touchscreen. It has several integration options including Amazon Alexa, Google voice assistance, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto.

The RAM 1500 has a standard 5-inch touchscreen that can be upgraded to an available 12-inch screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration are available on higher trim levels.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Both vehicles have a robust list of available safety and driver assistance features that include:

• Rearview camera (standard)
• Head-up display (available)
• Surround-view parking (available)
• Adaptive cruise control
• Blind spot monitoring

Get Your Next Pickup Truck in Ticonderoga, NY

The 2022 Silverado 1500 offers drivers versatility, incredible towing capacity, off-roading capabilities, and a large, intuitive infotainment system. If you find these features appealing, come to our Ticonderoga, NY dealership to take this powerful pickup for a spin. The team at Christopher Chevrolet is ready to serve you!