I just bought a new RAM diesel. I looked at Chevy, Ford and Ram. Chevy diesel drove nice, but it had the lowest stance and their DEF tank is under the passenger area and reduces clearance by several inches yet. You also have to fill the DEF under the hood.
The Ford cab is wonderfully roomy, but I can't stand how their steering column adjusts. The gas engine also has a lag when you press on the gas. Salesman said all Ford gas pick-ups are that way. The Diesel was nice, but for that column. Also, in the independent tests I have seen the Ford came in last for mileage and speed when loaded. First for speed when empty.
The Chevy 6.0 2500 I tested made me yearn for my 2000. My 2000 was better. The new one seemed to struggle to get to highway speed. The Chevy had less room and less options for $7,000 more than the RAM.
I was told by a guy that his 1/2 ton Chevy with the 6.2 was a great motor and he got 12 mpg while pulling. He didn't say what he was pulling though.
