RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 vs Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Power winner Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 355 hp Runner-up: 305 hp
Price winner RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 $42,070 Runner-up: $53,100

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 against the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8. Both belong to the pickup class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6. 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 has the higher listed output at 355 hp; 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 is rated at 305 hp, a difference of 50 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 at 519 Nm and 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 at 370 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 has the lower recorded consumption at 11.2 L/100km; 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 is listed at 12.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 carries the higher towing rating at 5,307 kg, while 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 is listed at 4,899 kg. 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 is 103 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 has the lower listed starting price at $42,070, compared with $53,100 for 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8. 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V62025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V82025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s6.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h185 km/h
Power305 hp355 hp
Torque370 Nm519 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank98 L98 L
Efficiency11.2 L/100km12.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions256 g/km283 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,817 mm5,920 mm
Ground Clearance208 mm208 mm
Curb Weight2,300 kg2,330 kg
Towing4,899 kg5,307 kg
Seats66
Turning Circle12.0 m13.4 m
Starting MSRP$42,070$53,100

RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 vs Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 has more power at 355 hp, a 50 hp advantage over 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6.

Which can tow more, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 has the higher listed towing capacity at 5,307 kg (11,700 lb), compared with 4,899 kg (10,800 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 is heavier at 2,330 kg (5,137 lb), while 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 is listed at 2,300 kg (5,071 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,070 USD, compared with $53,100 USD for 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 RAM 1500 Big Horn 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8?

2025 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ 5.3L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.