Compare 2012 RAM 1500 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $26,585 | $39,290 | $29,100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,743 | $36,540 | $27,354 |
| Destination | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic | Manual |
| Underseat Ducts | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Ashtray | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | Mini |
| Floor Console | N/A | Full | N/A |
| Floor Mats | Vinyl/rubber Front | Rubber Front And Rear | Vinyl/rubber Front |
| Front Windows | Manual | Power | Manual |
| Rear Windows | N/A | Power | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | 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 | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | N/A | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | N/A | 2 | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather/metal-look | Urethane |
| Adjustable Pedals | N/A | Power | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Split-bench | Bucket | Split-bench |
| Standard Seating | 3 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 3 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 8-way Power | 4-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 8-way Power | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Cooled Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Passenger | 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 | Leather | Vinyl |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Rear Seat Audio Controls | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Speakers | 6 | 7 Bose | 4 |
| Amplifier | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | N/A |
| Navigation System | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger W/passenger Front-impact Cancellable |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar Directions & Connections | OnStar Directions & Connections |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Parking Assist | N/A | UltraSonic | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Door Locks | Manual | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | Sentry Key | PASSLock II | PASSLock II |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | TheftLock | TheftLock |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 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 | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | N/A |
| Bodyside Insert | N/A | Chrome | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black | Chrome W/body-color Surround | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 4 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Tailgate | Tailgate | Tailgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Deep | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Manual | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down | Dual Manual |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | Driver | N/A |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Pickup Box | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Pickup Cargo Box Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pickup Truck Tonneau Cover | N/A | Soft | Soft |
| Pickup Bed Extender | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Pickup Bed Liner | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Tires | P265/70SR17.0 BSW AS | P265/65SR18.0 BSW AS | LT245/75SR17.0E BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Argent Styled Steel | 18" Aluminum | 17" Painted Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel | Full-size Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 4.7L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | OHV | OHV |
| Turbocharger | N/A | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Drive Type | Four-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| 4WD Shift | Electronic | N/A | N/A |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Re-circulating Ball |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Heavy Duty | Heavy Duty |
| 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 | Coil | Torsion Bar |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Leaf | Leaf |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Heavy Duty | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Leaf | Leaf |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance | StabiliTrak W/Proactive Roll Avoidance |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | TAPshift | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 6-spd W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.55 | 3.08 | 3.73 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 209.0 " | 230.2 " | 225.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 79.4 " | 80.0 " | 80.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 75.2 " | 73.8 " | 77.6 " |
| Exterior Box Length | 76.3 " | 69.3 " | 97.8 " |
| Engine | 4.7L V-8 | 5.3L V-8 | 6.0L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 310 @ 5,650 Rpm | 315 @ 5,200 Rpm | 360 @ 5,400 Rpm |
| Torque | 330 @ 3,950 Rpm | 335 @ 4,000 Rpm | 380 @ 4,200 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 14 Mpg | 15 Mpg | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 19 Mpg | 21 Mpg | N/A |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.8 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | 7.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.0 Seconds | 15.8 Seconds | 15.5 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 92 Mph | 90 Mph | 93 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .7 |
| Slalom Speed | 54 Mph | 54 Mph | 52 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.66/3.41 " | 3.78/3.62 " | 4.00/3.62 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,866 Lbs. | 5,099 Lbs. | 5,630 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,350 Lbs. | 6,800 Lbs. | 9,300 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,900 Lbs. | 3,650 Lbs. | 4,400 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,900 Lbs. | 3,950 Lbs. | 6,200 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,484 Lbs. | 1,701 Lbs. | 3,670 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 6,200 Lbs. | 6,900 Lbs. | 10,200 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 11,250 Lbs. | 11,000 Lbs. | 16,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 120.0 " | 143.5 " | 133.7 " |
| Front Track | 68.2 " | 68.1 " | 68.8 " |
| Rear Track | 67.5 " | 67.0 " | 67.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.9 '' | 23.6 '' | 22.5 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 9.0 " | 12.3 " | 9.8 " |
| Front Legroom | 41.0 " | 41.3 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | 38.7 " | N/A |
| Front Headroom | 40.3 " | 41.2 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | 40.5 " | N/A |
| Front Hip Room | 62.9 " | 62.5 " | 60.3 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 65.4 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 66.0 " | 65.2 " | 65.2 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | 65.1 " | N/A |
| Pickup Box Minimum Width | 51.0 " | 50.6 " | 50.6 " |
| Pickup Box Maximum Width | 66.4 " | 62.5 " | 62.5 " |
| Pickup Box Depth | 20.1 " | 21.0 " | 21.0 " |
| Passenger Volume | 63 Cu.ft. | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 26.0 Gal. | 26.0 Gal. | 36.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall | 3 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole | 1 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Front Seat | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 3 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Chest | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Torso | poor | acceptable | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | acceptable | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | marginal | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Side | marginal | acceptable | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Roof Strength | marginal | marginal | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | N/A |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | N/A |
| Restraints | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Dynamic Rating | good | acceptable | N/A |
