Dodge gas or diesel?

[Shank]

Alright I keep fantasizing about a new truck. I currently have an 02 dodge diesel which I love, but with the family getting older the access cab just isn't working to well, well at least for the kids any way. I tow mildly. No camp trailer just my Jeep.
So that brings me to the newer RAMs.
So whats everyone's thoughts on 5.7 vs 6.4 vs 6.7(diesel). Looking at fuel economy, performance etc.
I know I'm going to get folks saying get a Ford, get a Chevy, but I'm a Dodge guy so those aren't on my radar.

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[badnewskruse]

never been a dodge guy myself but my buddy has the 5.7 and he's never had a problem with it. gets decent fuel mileage at like 14 in town i believe and seems to have plenty of power

[timberfaller]

Hunting buddy of mind just gave up on his jimmy diesel for a 6.4 Hemi dodge.  Same style as his jimmy was(four door long bed)   Getting better MPG, oil changes aren't as expensive rides just as nice.

doesn't pull heavy loads, but he didn't with the diesel either.

I've been a "Ford" guy for some time, NEXT rig will NOT be a Ford, unless they change a bunch of things!!

[Mark Brenckle]

I have a '14 3500 with the Cummins engine. I like that I get 17-19 mpg on the hwy empty and 16 or so hauling the horses around. I don't know the cost of ownership breakdown over the next 200k+ miles, but this engine/transmission combo is really incredible. We opted for the long bed, so no mega-cab, but there's still plenty of room in the back for 3 adults.
  The only time I wish it was smaller is on some of the smaller mountain roads, but I just close my eyes and go for it.
  If you don't need a bunch of pulling power, maybe go with a 1500, diesel or gas.  My problem with the Hemi is I'd be at the gas station and police station a lot!

[Thefisherman83]

Sorry, I couldn't help myself.  Those mirrors are so UGLY. 

[baker5150]

I'd go with a Hemi 2500.

[baker5150]

Sorry, I couldn't help myself.  Those mirrors are so UGLY.

I.T.S.

Invisible trailer syndrome

[b23]

Unless you really need, or just want, the diesel, you can buy a whole lot of gas for what the price difference is.

I've had both gas and diesel pickups and when you're pulling big loads there is nothing like a diesel but I think unless you truly need a diesel for those specific reasons, the gasser is a better way to go.

[Miles]

I thought the dodge diesel got better fuel mileage than the Chevy.  After seeing some numbers referenced here, I guess they don't...

[Special T]

I've owned 5 dodge one ton trucks put a lot of miles on them. Only way I'd buy a Dodge is if it was a diesel 6 speed stick. I've had an auto and a 5 speed stick and they are horrible. If all I was towing was a jeep it be a gasser for certain.

[kirkl]

My cousin bought a 6.4 he I and really likes it. Mileage is a lot better than I thought. Another buddy with a construction business has the 6.4 and pulls concrete forms around a lot and says they weigh about 12,000-14,000 pounds. He can tell it's back there
But does good pulling it. I think the 6.4 or Chevy 6.0 liter will be my next truck.

[Taco280AI]

I wouldn't buy a Ram unless it was diesel

[PlateauNDN]

If your not doing a lot of towing then I'd opt for the 5.7 hemi. Just my  as an owner of a mega cab hemi.

[Taco280AI]

It's not a Ford or Chevy

What about this 5.7?


Made in Texas and the 1794 edition was named for the ranch the Toyota plant currently sites on, which was established in 1794

[Miles]

My cousin bought a 6.4 he I and really likes it. Mileage is a lot better than I thought. Another buddy with a construction business has the 6.4 and pulls concrete forms around a lot and says they weigh about 12,000-14,000 pounds. He can tell it's back there
But does good pulling it. I think the 6.4 or Chevy 6.0 liter will be my next truck.

 Chevy 6.0 sucks for fuel mileage, and I've never been that impressed by the "power".