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If you’ve outgrown a full-size pickup truck, a heavy-duty pickup truck may be perfect for you. Here, you’ll find models such as the 2024 RAM 2500 and the 2024 Nissan Titan XD. These two vehicles come with impressive towing capacities as well. They’re also quite luxurious and technologically advanced, particularly for higher trims.
If you need help in making a choice, check our RAM vs. Nissan matchup. Here, we check out each truck in terms of interior specifications, safety suites, and performance credentials. So you’ll know which truck is best for you. But if you’re already interested in the 2024 RAM 2500, talk to our team at Doug Henry CDJR in Kinston, NC. They’ll help you pick the most suitable trim and powertrain.
The 2024 Ram 2500 comes in two four-door cab styles. Each one can carry up to five adults. The Crew Cab configuration has 125 cubic feet of interior space, while the Mega Cab offers 130 cubic feet. Meanwhile, the 2024 Nissan Titan XD only has one cab style, with 120 cubic feet of room. That’s why you’ll find the 2024 RAM 2500 to be more suitable for family use.
Furthermore, RAM has worked towards making the 2024 RAM 2500 as practical as possible. All trims get dual gloveboxes and a multi-level center console box. RAM says that a 15-inch laptop can fit within this space. The 2024 Nissan Titan doesn’t offer such a space and only has a single glove box. Then, the 2024 RAM 2500 offers leather upholstery, a digital gauge cluster, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The 2024 Nissan Titan XD offers only some of these features.
The 2024 RAM 2500 is available with a 6.4-foot cargo bed as well as a larger 8-foot bed. The 2024 Titan XD only provides a 6.5-foot cargo bed. Both trucks can also be outfitted with aftermarket tonneau covers. This popular modification adds security and weatherproofing. As a result, the cargo bed can be used like the trunk of an SUV.
These heavy-duty pickup trucks come with touchscreen infotainment systems. Here, the 2024 RAM 2500 offers a 12-inch unit for high-end trims, while the 2024 Nissan Titan XD maxes out at 9 inches. All trims of both models include Bluetooth®, plus Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. Higher trims offer sound system upgrades, more USB charging ports, and wireless phone chargers. The 2024 RAM 2500 can also be outfitted with up to three 115-volt power sockets in the cabin.
The 2024 RAM 2500 gets a 6.4-liter, 410 HP HEMI V8 engine as standard. The engine delivers 429 pound-feet of torque. Buyers who need more torque can opt for a Cummins 6.7-liter, 370 HP, six-cylinder diesel engine. This engine makes 850 pound-feet of torque. These engines come with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Depending on the trim, buyers get RWD or 4WD.
The Rebel and Power Wagon trims are for those who need enhanced off-road abilities. Only available with a 4WD system, they come with Bilstein monotube shock absorbers, all-terrain or mud tires, and electronically locking front and rear differentials. Furthermore, 2024 RAM 2500 buyers can specify air suspension for any trim with four-wheel drive. This option also adds automatic leveling capabilities.
The 2024 Nissan Titan XD has a 5.6-liter, 400 HP V8 with 413 pound-feet of torque. Buyers can choose between a RWD or 4WD system. Nissan also offers a Pro-4X trim with enhanced off-road equipment.
The 2024 RAM 2500 has an impressive towing capacity of 37,090 pounds, depending on powertrain specifications. This towing capacity decisively beats that of the 2024 Titan XD. This Nissan heavy-duty pickup can tow only up to 11,050 pounds.
The 2024 RAM 2500 is available with automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control for higher trims. This is similar to the 2024 Nissan Titan XD’s optional safety equipment. Furthermore, 2024 RAM 2500 buyers can opt for a surround-view camera system, plus a tire pressure monitoring system. The latter included monitoring for trailer tire pressures as well.
The 2024 RAM 2500 beats the 2024 Nissan Titan XD in our RAM vs. Nissan showdown. With a larger and better-equipped interior, plus a more versatile array of powertrains, the RAM 2500 is our recommendation in the heavy-duty pickup truck segment.
If you’d like to explore purchasing a brand-new 2024 RAM 2500, talk to us at Doug Henry CDJR in Kinston, NC.
