The 2021 RAM 3500 Tradesman and the 2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport both exude a straightforward, get-the-task-done attitude. These base trim pickups are capable of most common jobs, but only one has the power for heavy-duty work.Â
Here is a look under the hood of the 2021 RAM 3500 and the 2021 Honda Ridgeline.Â
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The RAM is the clear winner of this comparison. Â Thanks to its impressive horsepower, it can pull loads as heavy as 8,260 kg. Moreover, it has a payload capacity of 3,494 kg. Despite this competition-beating muscle, however, the 3500 also has the efficiency of smaller-engine pickup during highway cruising.
The 2021 RAM 3500 Tradesman utilizes Variable Cam Timing (VCT) technology, which provides consistent power regardless of the load. It also has a Multi-Displacement System (MDS), enabling it to lower fuel consumption when at a cruising speed (leading to its impressive efficiency).Â
If you are interested in a powerful pickup that can also deliver practicality on the highway, you should consider the 2021 RAM 3500 Tradesman. Contact our dealership today to schedule a test drive.