Both of these midsize trucks have features that are comparable to one another and each have a lot of fantastic interior and exterior features. Off the bat here are a few highlights to see at a glance before diving in full throttle with what both of these trucks are coming into 2023 with.
Key Takeaways:
- Both have almost 13,000 lb of towing capacity, with the Ram topping out just slightly below at 12,750 lbs
- The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 comes standard with 310 HP and 430 lb of torque
- The 2023 Ram 1500 comes with a panoramic sunroof and the Sierra has a power sunroof
- 5.3L V8 Gas engine for the Sierra as well as a 10 speed automatic transmission
- The Ram has 18, 20 and 22 inch wheels while the Sierra offers a 17 inch wheel as well
- LED head and tail lamps for the Sierra
- Both have 4 different engine options with varying HP with the Ram topping it out at 702 HP
- Both have infotainment systems and surrounding cameras to capture all angles around the truck
- Sits up to 6 people
- Sierra has 3 truck bed options while the Ram has 2
There are a good amount of more features in both of these trucks, but to break it down let’s see what else they are packing that differ between the two, starting with the truck size.
How much seating and room is included in both the 2023 GMC Sierra and the 2023 Ram 1500?
This depends on which option there may be in the trims to pick and while the 2023 Ram 1500 can have more passenger capacity when adding to different trims, both have around the same space. Yet, the 2023 GMC Sierra has significantly more room when it comes to the truck bed options. The truck bed size for the Sierra comes in 3 different lengths which are 69.9 in, 79in, or 98 in. The latter has far more space than the biggest truck bed option on the Ram 1500 which only offers up to 76 in.
Which is more expensive, the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 or the 2023 Ram 1500?
The Ram 1500 does start off at a similar cost ($37,090) to the GMC Sierra 1500 ($37,200). This will obviously change as trims are taken into consideration as well as extended packages that are offered with certain trims. Taking this all into consideration, the options for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 extend into 8 different trims and the 2023 Ram 1500 also has 8 different trim options. Along with these different trims come 4 different engine styles and HP for these trucks. For the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 the 4 engine options that are offered are:
- 2.7L Turbo which yields 310 HP and 430-lb ft of torque
- 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 which yields 355 HP and 383 -lb of torque
- 3.0L Duramax Turbo diesel which yields 305 HP and 495-lb of torque
- 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 which yields 420 HP and 460-lb of torque
As for the 2023 Ram 1500 the 4 engine options that are offered are:
- 5.7L Hemi V8 which yields 410HP and 395-lb of torque
- 3.6L V6 which yields 305 HP and 273-lb of torque
- 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 which yields 260 HP and 480-lb of torque
- 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 which yields 702 HP and 650-lb of torque
This can play a huge part in payments when opting for a new truck or vehicle.
Summary:
Choosing between the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2023 Ram 1500 can have its positives and negatives depending on one’s budget and size truck in question. The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 does come out in the lead in those categories. With multiple engine options on both trucks, finding what fits should give enough variety and with the longer truck bed option in the Sierra 1500, there is plenty of room to stock the back with a wide range of items. Check out the 2023 Sierra now to drive your truck home today!