2019 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2019 Ram 1500

• 2019 GMC Sierra

  

  Starting at

  $33,500

  2019 Ram 1500

  

  Starting at

  $31,795

  285 to 420 hp	Horsepower	305 to 395 hp
  305 to 460 lb-ft	Torque	269 to 410 lb-ft
  6,500 to 9,700 lbs	Towing Capacity	6,280 to 7,520 lbs
  6	Passenger capacity	6

  When trying to decide whether to invest in a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2019 Ram 1500, it can often feel like choosing between an immovable object and an unstoppable force. Both are at the top of their class with power and potential that is through the roof, but with only room for one in your budget and garage, a choice must be made.

  The 2019 GMC Sierra is a legendary, luxury, light-duty pickup truck that provides drivers with a command over the road that will make any driver feel like royalty. Power is never an issue when it comes to this refined beast, and neither are style, comfort, tech, and smoothness. The 2019 Sierra gives many truck enthusiasts a sense of elevated boldness that almost every other pickup truck on the market seems to lack.

  The 2019 Ram 1500 is ruggedness given a physical form. Just from looks alone, you can tell that all this truck cares about is delivering power, and delivering it without restraint. As straightforward as they come, they Ram 1500 is a passionate pickup with a one track mind that leads to raw potential. While it may be a light-duty truck, there is nothing light about the Ram 1500.

  So when it comes down to it, it all depends on your own personal tastes. While the 2019 Ram 1500 is an excellent option with power to spare, if you want something that is a bit more multi-dimensional and balanced in both power and design, then the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 is the superior choice.

• Performance

  2019 GMC Sierra 1500

  The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 is ranked near the top of its class when it comes to power and precision, and with three main engine options, the power is always in your hands.

  The standard option is a 5.3L V8 engine which offers 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque and is properly paired with an impressive 8-speed automatic transmission.
  The advanced option is a 6.2L V8 which produces 410 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque and is paired with an even more stunning 10-speed automatic transmission that elevates the handling and shift quality. This is also the engine that will gain you the most towing potential out of the three.

  The alternative options is a 3.0L V6 diesel option that is also paired with the 10-speed automatic. This is an ideal option for those looking for something that is a bit more fuel efficient but can still pull its weight around.

  When it comes to towing potential, the 2019 Sierra can reach up to 12,100 pounds. If you need to manage light-duty loads easily, efficiently, and safely this is the truck for you. So, when it comes to the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500, strength has never felt so good.

  2019 Ram 1500

  The 2019 Ram 1500 is all about the power and where it comes from, but unlike 2019 Sierra this model only has two main engine options to choose from.

  The first option is a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine with eTorque that comes standard with most trim levels for this model. With 305 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, this engine can tow a max of up to 7,730 pounds. Available in both 2x4 and 4x4 it is all about efficiency with up to 25 mpg highway.

  The second option is a 5.7L HEMI V8 engine that can come with or without eTorque. This engine is generally offered with high trims only and produces 396 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. Without eTorque this engine has a towing potential of 11,610 pounds, but with eTorque it can manage 12,750 pounds.

  While the HEMI engine is always something fans can rave about, it still can rub some truck enthusiasts the wrong way that Ram does not include a diesel option, but at the end of the day, the power of the 2019 Ram 1500 speaks for itself.

  

• Design

  The 2019 GMC Serra 1500 is dressed to impress as every detail works in perfect unison to create one cohesive piece of massive art. The style of the Sierra promotes its beastly potential in the most refined way possible with smooth yet bold detailing the combines tough with efficient. While most trucks focus only on ruggedness alone, the 2019 Sierra takes boldness and elevates it to a whole new level of luxury and aesthetic appeal that can be seen both inside and out.

  The exterior of the 2019 Sierra is just as physically commanding and attention-grabbing as any other pickup in its class, but it doesn’t feel as obnoxious as most. As if the massive dimensions and high-strength body design weren’t enough to grab attention, the available chrome grille with the signature GMC logo and large LED lights that can help you see and be seen from miles away are alluring focal points that can’t be missed. That being said, every feature of the exterior comes together in a way that is cohesive to the overall design so that the best elements shine, and the finer details can elevate these them to their full potential. Drivers will also be thankful for the little elements that promote efficiency such as the large rear bumper corner steps which grant easy access to the bed that is the largest and toughest in its class.

  As for the interior of the 2019 Sierra its all about luxury with top-quality materials and tech, a driver-centric cockpit, plenty of space and storage, and more quiet and comfortable than you could ever dream of in a pickup truck. Depending on the trim and configuration you choose, you will be able to customize your driving experience to the point of feeling like a lord of the road.

  When it comes down to it, the key to the Sierra’s appeal is balance. Strength and control, sleek and sharp, bold and refined, all come together in one masterful pickup that will attract truck enthusiasts from all walks of life. When it comes to the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500, strength has never looked so good.

  2019 Ram 1500

  The 2019 Ram 1500 is made to be bold and aggressive. The design both inside and out is fairly straightforward and even sleek in a way that takes nothing away from the boldness.

  The exterior is built with an unrelenting steel frame and many small yet efficient details that were made to add to the overall appeal. LED lights, an aluminum tailgate with an integrated spoiler, advanced aerodynamics, commanding wheels, and all kinds of convenient and stylish features that are sure to enhance your driving experience.

  The interior of the 2019 Ram 1500 offers a high-end experience or a rough and ready to work experience that can provide you with a cabin that offers features that are sure to please every type of driver depending on their needs. Spacious, quiet, and tailored to you, the cabin of the 2019 Ram 1500 will be able to provide drivers with whatever they need in the most straightforward manner possible. Even the most simple additions such as the large tech display and dual-pane sunroof can impact the whole feel of the truck.

  Overall, If you are willing to pay to add the things you want, the 2019 Ram 1500 can be as luxurious as any truck on the market inside, but the outside is fairly stable with big and bold features that are unmistakable from miles away.

• Configurations

  

  Configuration options, as well as trims, are essential to any automotive since they allow all types of drivers to customize their driving experience to suit their style and needs. This goes double for pickup trucks considering there are even more factors involved in making it run When it comes to pickup trucks In addition to engines, configurations also include cabin types and beds that will impact the entire feel, look, and power output of the truck. The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2019 Ram 1500 are both fairy generous with configuration options, but the 2019 Sierra does have a larger bed giving it a slight edge.

  Both of these pickup trucks offer two cabin options and two bed sizes. There is a two full-door and two half-door option that is called a double cab for the 2019 Sierra and a quad cab for the 2019 Ram. This type of cabin offers limited room in the rear seating area, but due to its smaller size has better mileage is more affordable. The second option for the cabin is a four full-door crew cab that offers more interior space and is larger in general so that they can haul items much easier. As for beds, the 2019 Sierra offers either a 147.4-inch box or a 157-inch box, while the 2019 Ram 1500 offers a 140.5 inch, 144.5 inch, or a 153.5 inch box depending on your cab choice.

  Both of these are designed to fit a variety of drivers, but the 2019 GMC Sierra seems to have the advantage with their larger box options.

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