Compare 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $23,420 | $32,150 | $25,950 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $20,721 | $28,131 | $22,706 |
| Destination | $795 | $815 | $815 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Manual | Dual Zone Manual |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | Dual |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Partial | Full | N/A |
| Floor Mats | N/A | Carpeted Front And Rear | Vinyl/rubber Front |
| Front Windows | Manual | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | N/A | Power | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | N/A | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | N/A | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Delay | Delay |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | 2 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather | Leather |
| Adjustable Pedals | N/A | Power | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Split-bench | Split-bench | Split-bench |
| Standard Seating | 3 Passengers | 6 Passengers | 3 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 6-way Power | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Fixed | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Memory | N/A | Driver | N/A |
| Rear Seats | N/A | 60-40 Split-bench | N/A |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | N/A | 2 - Adjustable | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM Stereo/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seat Audio Controls | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 Performance | 4 Performance |
| Amplifier | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | N/A |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | N/A | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st Row | N/A | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | N/A | Driveline | Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar | OnStar |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | N/A | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Manual | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | N/A | PASSLock II | PASSLock II |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | N/A | Theftlock |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (84 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (84 Month/70,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 84 Months/70,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 84 Months/70,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | Black | Colored |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | Chrome | Chrome |
| Grille Trim | Colored | With Chrome Bar | With Chrome Bar |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 4 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate And Middle-gate | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Deep | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Removeable | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Manual | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular Composite | Regular |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | Soft | Hard | Soft |
| Pickup Bed Extender | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | LT245/70SR17.0E BSW AS | P265/70SR16.0 BSW AS | LT245/75SR16.0E BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Styled Steel | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Styled Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Fender Flares | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 5.7L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | OHV | OHV |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Re-circulating Ball | Re-circulating Ball |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Heavy Duty |
| Automatic Level Control | N/A | Rear | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Heavy Duty | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Torsion Bar | Torsion Bar |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf | Multi-link | Leaf |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Heavy Duty | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Leaf | Coil | Leaf |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.73 | 3.73 | 3.73 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 229.7 " | 220.8 " | 222.1 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 79.9 " | 79.8 " | 78.5 " |
| Exterior Height | 73.8 " | 74.5 " | 74.2 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 96.0 " | 63.0 " | 97.6 " |
| Engine | 5.7L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 345 @ 5,400 Rpm | 285 @ 5,200 Rpm | 300 @ 4,400 Rpm |
| Torque | 375 @ 4,200 Rpm | 325 @ 4,000 Rpm | 360 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | N/A | 14 Mpg | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | N/A | 18 Mpg | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.92/3.58 " | 3.78/3.62 " | 4.00/3.62 " |
| Curb Weight | 5,343 Lbs. | 5,437 Lbs. | 5,059 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 8,650 Lbs. | 6,800 Lbs. | 8,600 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 4,000 Lbs. | 3,400 Lbs. | 4,100 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 6,150 Lbs. | 4,000 Lbs. | 6,000 Lbs. |
| Payload | 3,310 Lbs. | 1,363 Lbs. | 3,541 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 13,850 Lbs. | 8,200 Lbs. | 10,700 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 20,000 Lbs. | N/A | 16,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 140.5 " | 130.0 " | 133.0 " |
| Front Track | 69.4 " | 65.0 " | 65.0 " |
| Rear Track | 68.2 " | 66.0 " | 66.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 22.3 '' | 21.7 '' | 22.7 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 8.2 " | N/A | 7.5 " |
| Front Legroom | 41.0 " | 41.3 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | 38.9 " | N/A |
| Front Headroom | 40.9 " | 40.7 " | 41.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | 38.6 " | N/A |
| Front Hip Room | 65.1 " | 61.4 " | 61.4 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 62.0 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 67.0 " | 65.2 " | 65.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | 65.2 " | N/A |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 51.0 " | 50.0 " | 50.0 " |
| Pickup Box Depth | 20.2 " | 25.0 " | 19.5 " |
| Passenger Volume | 65 Cu.ft. | 120 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 35.0 Gal. | 31.0 Gal. | 34.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
