The New 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. the Ram 1500
Pickup trucks don't come a dime a dozen-well, at least not the ones that deliver real power and performance. You can search long and hard before you find something like the Chevy Silverado 1500. The good news is that you've found it here at Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton. Today, we brought a worthy competitor to the stage. Watch our Silverado 1500 lock horns with the Ram 1500. Let's see which truck truly earns it's stripes.
Power and Performance
Silverado 1500
- TurboMax™: 310 horsepower, 430 pound-feet of torque, 8-speed automatic transmission
- 5.3-liter EcoTec® 3 V8: 355 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque, 10-speed automatic transmission
- 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8: 420 horsepower, 460 pound-feet of torque, 10-speed automatic transmission
- Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel: 305 horsepower, 495 pound-feet of torque, 10-speed automatic transmission
The TurboMax™ has best-in-class torque, while the Duramax® Turbo-Diesel has best-in-class highway fuel economy with an EPA-estimated 28 MPG. It's a one-two punch that keeps power, capability, and efficiency within striking distance in Clifton. When properly equipped, you'll have up to 13,300 pounds of towing power with a payload capacity of 2,260 pounds.
Ram 1500
- 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6: 305 horsepower, 269 pound-feet of torque
- 3.0-liter Hurricane Inline-6: 420 horsepower, 469 pound-feet of torque
- High-Output 3.0-liter Hurricane Inline-6: 540 horsepower, 521 pound-feet of torque
- 5.7-liter HEMI® V8: 395 horsepower, 410 pound-feet of torque
The Ram 1500 offers one of four engines in its powertrain. The Hurricane engine takes a little bit of the bark out of the Ram 1500 but still offers impressive horsepower and towing capacity. The coveted 5.7-liter V8 roars but sacrifices power in its place. When properly equipped, max towing reaches 11,610 pounds and 2,300 pounds of payload.
Exterior Design
Silverado 1500
- 12 Standard Tie-Downs
- Available 20-inch Wheels in Various Designs and Colors
- Available Signature Chevy Grille
- Available LED Reflector Headlamps and Signature Daytime Running Lamps
- Raised Hood with Black Insert (Custom Trail Boss)
- High Gloss Black Painted Goodyear Wheels (Custom Trail Boss)
- RS Package
- 2-Inch Factory Lift (ZR2 or w/Z71 Off-Road Package)
It's not just about having a truck; it's about having something that makes you want to poke your chest out. The RST brings trim-specific badging and styling with three special editions (RST Select, Redline, and Rally), the LT Trail Boss will beef up your off-road capability, and the WT keeps it simple. Customize your new Silverado 1500 and take your power to the next level in Paramus.
Ram 1500
- Available LED Headlamps and LED Taillamps
- LED Walk-up Animation
- Available 20-inch Black Aluminum Wheels
- Available Sport Performance Hood
- Available 1-inch Factory Lift
- Available 18-inch Black Aluminum Wheels with All-Terrain Tires
The Ram 1500 has three special editions to compete with the exterior styling of the Silverado 1500 RST. The Rebel®, Tungsten, and Express add unique accents and badging to turn the Ram into one of a kind.
Interior Design and Technology
Silverado 1500
- Available 10-Way Power Drivers Seat w/Lumbar Control
- Available Perforated Leather Seats
- Available 13.4-inch Diagonal Touchscreen and 12.3-inch Diagonal Reconfigurable Driver Information Center
- Available Premium Leather Seats with Custom Perforation and Stitch Pattern (High Country)
- Open-Pore Wood Trim (High Country)
The Silverado 1500 is a rolling mancave. The WT offers vinyl seats that make it easier to clean dirt, mud, and spills, while the High Country lacks nothing with premium leather upholstery and available Super Cruise™ technology for hands-free driving. When you take the road in Paterson, NJ, with a Silverado 1500, respect is earned. And given.
Ram 1500
- Available 14.5-inch Touchscreen
- Available Quilted Leather Bucket Seats
- Available Front Passenger Display Screen
- Available 24-Way Power Adjustable and Customizable Driver and Passenger Seats
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
The Ram 1500 invites comfort and relaxation from the first row to the last—but can it keep pace with the Silverado? Best-in-class Crew Cab rear seat legroom and class-exclusive reclining rear seats give passengers a ride to remember if you choose the right combination.
Trim Level Insights
Silverado 1500
- For Off-Roading: Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, ZR2
- For Basic Workdays: WT
- For Style: RST
- For Power and Performance: High Country
- For Luxury: High Country
The Silverado 1500 has nine trim levels, each offering a different slice of the pie in Bloomfield, NJ. The WT has best-in-class standard cargo bed volume, the off-road trims feature a 2-inch factory lift, Autotrac® 2-speed transfer case and locking differentials, the RST has a body-color center grille, High Gloss Black wheels, and three special editions, and the High Country brings an active exhaust, exclusive upholstery, and eight cameras with up to 14 views.
Ram 1500
- For Off-Roading: RHO, Rebel
- For Basic Workdays: Tradesman
- For Style: Express, Warlock, Tungsten, Rebel, RHO
- For Power and Performance: Limited, Limited Longhorn™
- For Luxury: Limited Longhorn™
The Ram 1500 offers ten trim levels to mix and match features, cab sizes, and engines. This Ram truck offers various trim-specific elements inside and out. It's up to you to decide if more is better or if the strategic offerings from the Chevy Silverado make your decision easier.
Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton
The new Chevy Silverado 1500 is ready to be tamed at Schumacher Chevy of Clifton. Compare trim levels, research new models, and view new vehicle promotions before you stop by. Your Chevy dealership near Jersey City, will have your Silverado 1500 ready for a test drive.
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Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton
999 Route 46 East
Clifton, NJ 07013
- Sales: (844) 888-7029