Battle of the Ram Trucks: Compare the Ram 1500 to the Ram 2500
Are you hauling fifth-wheel trailers to Williston, ND? Or are you moving heavy materials around Minot, ND? These are questions to ask before buying a Ram truck. At Red Rock Auto of Watford City, it's our mission to make sure you have the right pickup for tomorrow's tasks and leisure activities. Examine the capabilities and utility features of the 2024 Ram 1500, a top-rated light-duty truck, and the 2024 Ram 2500, a productive heavy-duty truck. Compare these new Ram trucks for sale in Watford City.
Performance & Engine Options for Ram 1500 & Ram 2500 Trucks in Watford City
Ram 1500 engines use eTorque, unlocking best-in-class hybrid towing and payload capacities. A Pentastar® V6 engine produces 305 horsepower, and a HEMI® V8 engine under the hood of the Ram 1500 delivers 395 horsepower. When you buy a Ram 2500 in Watford City, you can go with a Cummins® Turbo Diesel inline-6 engine rated for 850 pound-feet of torque or a HEMI® V8 engine rated for 410 best-in-class horsepower.
Towing & Payload Capabilities for Ram 1500 & Ram 2500 Trucks Near Minot, ND
A Ram 1500 is capable of taking on a payload of up to 2,300 pounds. If you are moving heavier materials around Minot, ND, the Ram 2500 can help, courtesy of a 4,000-pound max payload rating. Everyday towing demands can be met by the Ram 1500, which is capable of hauling up to 12,750 pounds. Working with the Turbo Diesel engine, the Ram 2500 has a maximum towing capacity of 19,990 pounds. Ram 2500 trucks with the HEMI® V8 engine can haul 17,730 pounds.
Configurations & Utility Features for Ram 1500 & Ram 2500 Trucks Near Dickinson, ND
Both trucks offer the RamBox® Cargo Management System as an add-on. You have the choice of a Crew Cab or Quad Cab Ram 1500 truck, which offers two bed lengths of 67 and 76 inches. The Ram 2500 is also available as a Crew Cab and can come with a 76-inch bed. Mega Cab and Regular Cab configurations - and a 96-inch truck bed - are available.
Technology to Assist Your Towing Journeys to Williston, ND
As you haul a trailer down I-94 back to Dickinson, ND, your Ram truck can be equipped with Blind Spot Monitoring and Trailer Detection for peace of mind. Hitching up a trailer to the Ram 1500 or Ram 2500 is easier for Watford City truck owners who rely on the 360-Degree Trailer Surround View Camera. Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 trucks come with wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ integration through the Uconnect® 5 NAV system, and touchscreens can be up to 12 inches. That's the same size as the Driver Information Digital Cluster Display seen in the Ram 1500 and Ram 2500, as you can get turn-by-turn navigation around Minot, ND while hauling a trailer.
Everyday Uses of Ram Trucks in Williston, ND
Going fishing or boating? Haul your boat from Minot, ND to Lake Audubon by the Missouri River with a Ram 1500, which balances work and leisure. The Ram 2500 is an ideal work truck for contractors and professionals at the oil fields outside Williston, ND. New Ram 2500 trucks for sale in Watford City can also move heavier materials, haul heavier campers, or accommodate your fifth-wheel towing needs. Because these new Ram trucks near Sidney, MT share several features, choosing the right pickup often comes down to capability ratings matching your daily demands.
2024 Ram 1500 Features
Performance
- Engines: 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine (305 horsepower; 273 pound-feet of torque) or 5.7-liter HEMI® V8 engine (395 horsepower; 410 pound-feet of torque)
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 12,750 pounds
- Maximum Payload Rating: 2,300 pounds
Utility
- Cab Configurations: Crew Cab or Quad Cab
- Truck Beds: 67 or 76 inches
- Multi-Function Tailgate & Trailer Hitch Light: There are swing-away doors for the Ram 1500's innovative tailgate, which can swing open by 88 degrees. The tailgate can withstand 2,000 pounds of weight when folded flat. The standard Trailer Hitch Light for the Ram 1500 lets Dickinson, ND truck owners view their trailer hitch in dim conditions.
Technology
- Uconnect® 5 NAV: Make your way to your towing destination in Minot, ND with the Ram 1500's Uconnect® 5 NAV system that features towing-specific navigation on a 12-inch touchscreen.
- Head-Up Display: Add a Head-Up Display to the Ram 1500 you buy in Watford City, and towing-centric details can be presented in a clear digital view on the truck's windshield.
2024 Ram 2500 Features
Performance
- Engines: 6.4-liter HEMI® V8 engine (410 horsepower; 429 pound-feet of torque) or 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel inline-6 engine (370 horsepower; 850 pound-feet of torque)
- Maximum Towing Capacity: 19,990 pounds
- Maximum Payload Rating: 4,000 pounds
Utility
- Cab Configurations: Mega Cab, Regular Cab, or Crew Cab
- Truck Beds: 76 or 96 inches
- Telescopic Trailer Tow Mirrors: Great visibility is a must when towing a trailer to Sidney, MT with your Ram 2500. Add telescopic trailer tow mirrors so you can see everything that surrounds your truck and trailer throughout the towing journey.
Technology
- Well-Informed Towing Journeys: By adding the 12-inch Driver Information Digital Cluster Display, you're always in the know while you tow a trailer with a Ram 2500. Get in-cluster navigation, switch between driver profiles, access Trailer Tow Pages, and receive updates through Trailer Tire Pressure Monitoring.
- 360-Degree Trailer Surround View Camera: When Williston, ND truck buyers add a 360-Degree Trailer Surround View Camera to their Ram 2500, they get greater visibility to make hitching and towing a breeze.
Test Drive a New Ram Truck in Watford City
Head to Red Rock Auto of Watford City to test drive a Ram 1500 or Ram 2500 truck today. We're a Watford City Ram truck dealer serving Minot, ND and Sidney, MT, and our new inventory has several configurations to choose from for your next pickup. Buying a truck on a tighter budget? Browse our used inventory featuring pre-owned Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 trucks. Contact us to learn more about these new Ram trucks near Williston, ND.
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Red Rock Auto of Watford City
1212 4th Ave. NE
Watford City, ND 58854-7636
- Sales: 701-842-4070