The 2021 Honda Ridgeline and 2021 Ram 2500 are capable of towing and hauling cargo, equipment, and materials. Truck shoppers purchase pickups like these to take advantage of their beds. Which one of the pair brings better features and specifications to Calgary in this area?Â
2021 Ram 2500
Max Bed Length: 2,496.5 mm Max Payload: 1,819 kg (Regular Cab 4x2) Tailgate: Dampened with auto release
2021 Honda Ridgeline
Max Bed Length: 1,625 mm Max Payload: 694 kg Tailgate: Power locking
The 2500 is the obvious choice for those who need to handle heavy-duty hauling tasks. Its 50,000 PSI frame can support up to 1,819 kg, which is more than double the Ridgeline's max payload. The Ram's Laramie Longhorn trim comes with LED bed lighting, and the Limited has the same type of illumination and the RamBox Cargo Management System (optional on other 2021 models).Â
To see what other features are standard on the 2021 Ram 2500, contact our Calgary dealership today.Â
The 2021 Ram 2500 and 2021 Toyota Tundra bring different cab, bed, and engine options to Calgary. You can customise these trucks, but you cannot change their towing ability. If you plan to use your pickup for hauling, you need to find out which performs better in this area before making a purchase.Â
2021 Ram 2500
Base Engine: 6.4L HEMI V8 Towing Maximum: 7,956 kg Most Powerful Engine: 6.7L Turbo Diesel Towing Maximum: 9,072 kg
2021 Toyota Tundra
Base Engine: 5.7L V8 Towing Maximum: 4,400 kg Most Powerful Engine: N/A Towing Maximum: N/A
The 2500 offers a powerful base engine that can pull over 3,000 kg more than the Toyota. It also comes with a muscular diesel option, which the Tundra does not offer. Additionally, the Ram has a 50,000 PSI steel frame that can accommodate bulky loads weighing up to 1,819 kg in its bed.Â
If you would like to take advantage of the towing prowess of the Ram 2500, contact our Calgary dealership today to schedule a test drive.