Compare 2012 RAM Cargo - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $22,420 | $22,290 | $28,995 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $21,770 | $20,794 | $28,850 |
| Destination | $995 | $825 | $1,095 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Manual | Manual | Dual Zone Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | N/A | N/A | With Separate Controls |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Full With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | N/A | Full | Partial |
| Floor Mats | N/A | Vinyl/rubber Front | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Manual | Power |
| Rear Windows | Manual | Fixed | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | N/A | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Delay | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Air Compressor | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 2 Passengers | 2 Passengers | 7 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 6-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Captain |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Head Restraints | N/A | N/A | 2 - Fixed |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | N/A | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | N/A | Manual |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | N/A | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Speakers | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Entertainment System | N/A | N/A | With DVD And Digital Media |
| Navigation System | Garmin | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row | N/A | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | N/A | Uconnect Access |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | N/A | N/A | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | ParkSense With Stop |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Manual | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Ignition Disable | Sentry Key | N/A | Sentry Key |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| 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/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | Gray | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black | Gray | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Rear | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Split Swing-out | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Manual | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | Lip |
| Roof Rack | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Front Tires | P225/65SR16.0 BSW AS | P205/65TR15.0 BSW AS | P235/65HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Fender Flares | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Flexible | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| 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 | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Suspension Tuning | Heavy Duty | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Leaf | Trailing Arm |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Leaf | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | AdvanceTrac W/Roll Stability Control | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | AUTOSTICK | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 9-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.16 | 3.96 | 3.25 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 202.5 " | 180.6 " | 203.6 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 78.7 " | 70.7 " | 79.6 " |
| Exterior Height | 69.0 " | 79.3 " | 69.9 " |
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | 3.6L V-6 |
| Horsepower | 283 @ 6,400 Rpm | 136 @ 6,300 Rpm | 287 @ 6,400 Rpm |
| Torque | 260 @ 4,400 Rpm | 128 @ 4,750 Rpm | 262 @ 4,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 19 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.8 Seconds | 10.6 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.4 Seconds | 17.7 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 89 Mph | 81 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 56 Mph | 59 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.27 " | 3.44/3.27 " | 3.78/3.27 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,150 Lbs. | 3,360 Lbs. | 4,330 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,050 Lbs. | 5,005 Lbs. | 6,005 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 2,950 Lbs. | 2,486 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | 3,100 Lbs. | 2,732 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | 1,800 Lbs. | 1,600 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 3,600 Lbs. | N/A | 3,600 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 8,750 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 " | 114.6 " | 121.6 " |
| Front Track | 65.5 " | 59.3 " | 68.3 " |
| Rear Track | 64.8 " | 61.1 " | 68.3 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.5 '' | 19.5 '' | 19.8 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .33 | N/A | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 40.7 " | 40.5 " | 41.1 " |
| Rear Legroom | N/A | N/A | 39.0 " |
| Third Row Legroom | N/A | N/A | 36.5 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.8 " | 51.1 " | 40.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | N/A | N/A | 39.6 " |
| Third Row Headroom | N/A | N/A | 38.7 " |
| Front Hip Room | 58.4 " | 50.8 " | 59.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | N/A | 64.8 " |
| Third Row Hip Room | N/A | N/A | 49.6 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 63.7 " | 54.4 " | 63.8 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | N/A | N/A | 63.0 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | N/A | N/A | 61.2 " |
| Luggage Volume | 144.4 Cu.ft. | 129.6 Cu.ft. | 32.3 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 144.4 Cu.ft. | 129.6 Cu.ft. | 140.5 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 51 Cu.ft. | 65 Cu.ft. | 165 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 20.0 Gal. | 15.4 Gal. | 19.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | N/A | N/A | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | N/A | N/A | $0.83 |
| Depreciation | N/A | N/A | $18,609 |
| Fees and Taxes | N/A | N/A | $2,488 |
| Fuel Cost | N/A | N/A | $6,599 |
| Insurance | N/A | N/A | $5,620 |
| Maintenance | N/A | N/A | $2,670 |
| Repairs | N/A | N/A | $1,980 |
| Opportunity Costs | N/A | N/A | $819 |
| Total Cost | N/A | N/A | $41,699 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 3 | 5 |
| Overall | N/A | 2 | 5 |
| Overall Side | N/A | 2 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 2 | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | 3 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | N/A | 1 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | 3 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | 1 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 3 | 4 |
| Overall Front | N/A | 3 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Ease of Use | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
