As the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada’s “Best Pickup Truck in Canada for 2018,” the RAM 1500 is available now at Aurora Dodge for you to tackle the harsh terrain of the Northwest Territories. How so? Let’s take a closer look at the 2018 RAM 1500’s incredible performance capabilities in comparison to the 2018 GMC Sierra to discover everything this pickup can do!
| 2018 RAM 1500 | 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 | |
| Max Horsepower | 395 hp | 355 hp |
| Max Torque | 410 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5.7L | 5.3L |
| Engine Configuration | V8 | V8 |
| Fuel Tank | 121.1L | 98.4L |
| Max Towing Capacity | 8,609 lbs (3,905 kg) | 6,100 lbs (2,767 kg) |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Leaf Spring |
| MSRP | $47,070 | $44,205 |
Performance
It’s no surprise that the RAM 1500’s bigger engine size plays a factor in its ability to outperform the GMC Sierra. With its 5.7L V8 engine, the RAM 1500 conquers in both horsepower and torque with 395-hp and 410 lb-ft. respectively. Even though the Sierra also sports a V8 engine, the RAM’s larger engine size allows it to provide a higher output to give it the extra power it needs.
Towing Capacity
If you’re looking for a truck that’s capable of towing something big while trudging through the snow, then the RAM 1500 is the perfect truck for the occasion. With its higher towing capacity of 8,609 lbs (3,905 kg), there’s almost no limit to what you can bring with you while driving the 2018 RAM 1500.
Suspension Type
Built for tackling the Northwest Territories terrain, the RAM 1500 comes equipped with a multi-link rear suspension that’s perfect for both on and off-road driving. How so? The RAM’s multi-link suspension allows for each lateral arm to move independently, allowing the truck to maneuver complicated terrain without compromising a stable drive.
Choose the 2018 RAM 1500 to take advantage of masterful on and off-road performance here in Yellowknife, NWT. You can view our inventory online, or contact us to experience the RAM 1500 in person at Aurora Dodge.