Competitor Features & Prices

By Howard Elmerand in magazine issue February/March 2012

Ford

2012 Ford Super Duty F350 – Crew Cab, DRW w/8ft box, 4WD

BASE PRICE: $59,799.00

  • Engine: 6.7L HV Power Stroke HP – 400 @ 2800 rpm; Torque – 800 lb.-ft. @ 1,600 rpm
  • Transmission: TorqShift heavy-duty six-speed automatic with SelectShift
  • Wheelbase: 172.4 inches
  • GVWR:14,000 lb
  • GCWR: 30,000 lb
  • Dry Weight: N/A
  • Box Size: 8ft.
  • Payload: 6,680 lb
  • Tow rating (Conventional): 17,500 lb
  • Tow rating (5th wheel): 21,700 lb with a 3.73 rear ratio

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

EXTERIOR

  1. Bumpers, Chrome front/rear
  2. Cab Steps
  3. Defroster, Rear with Privacy glass
  4. Fog Lamps and Front Tow Hooks
  5. Chrome Grille
  6. Pickup Box Tie Down Hooks
  7. Powerscope Telescoping Trailer Tow Mirrors
  8. Rear Sliding Window
  9. Tailgate, Removable with Lock

INTERIOR

  1. Overhead Console
  2. Floor Covering, C/K Carpet
  3. Seats, Driver and Passenger Power
  4. Seats, Front, Heated and Cooled
  5. SYNC Voice Activated Sys
  6. Universal Garage Door Opener

FUNCTIONAL

  1. A/C Dual Zone Electronic
  2. ADS, Power 4-Wheel Discs
  3. Advanced Security Group
  4. Reverse Sensing System
  5. Shocks, Heavy Duty
  6. Trailer Brake Controller
  7. Trailer Tow Package
  8. 4WD System, ESOF

SAFETY/SECURITY

  1. Airbags, Driver and Passenger
  2. Passive Anti-Theft System
  3. Safety Belts, Adjustable
  4. SOS Post Crash Alert System

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  1. 6.7L V8 Diesel $9950.00
  2. LTZ245/75R17E OWL All-Terrain $295.00
  3. 3.73 Ratio Limited Slip Axle – $N/C
  4. 5th Wheel Hitch Assembly $1655.00
  5. 5th Wheel Prep Package $380.00
  6. All-Weather Floor Mats $40.00
  7. Chrome Tube Cab Step $160.00
  8. PTC Supplemental Heater $350.00
  9. Skid Plates $200.00
  10. Upfitter Switches $100.00
  11. Extra Heavy Duty Alternator $100.00
  12. Powercode Remote Start $350.00
  13. Tough Bed Spray-in Bedliner $550.00

Total Price: $74,263.00
Plus
Destination charge – $1500.00
Federal A/C Tax – $100.00

GM

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Crew Cab, DRW w/8ft box, 4WD LTZ

BASE PRICE $56,950.00

  • Engine: Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V-8 HP – 397@ 3000 rpm Torque – 765 lb.-ft.@ 1600 rpm
  • Transmission – Allison 1000 6-speed automatic (with Duramax 6.6L)
  • Wheelbase:167.7 inches
  • Dry Weight:7,997
  • GVWR: 13,025 lb
  • GCWR: N/A
  • Box Size: 8ft
  • Payload: 5,028 lb
  • Tow rating (Conventional): 18,000 lb with 3.73
  • Tow rating (5th wheel): 22,600 lb with a 3.73 axle

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

MECHANICAL FEATURES

  1. 4WD with Electronic Shift; two-speed Transfer Case
  2. Remote Vehicle Start
  3. Locking Rear Differential
  4. HD Trailering Package
  5. Z85 Handling and Trailering Suspension
  6. Trailer Brake Controller
  7. Torsion Bar Front Suspension
  8. Multi-Leaf Rear Suspension
  9. Engine Oil Cooler
  10. Transmission Fluid Cooler
  11. 125 AMP Alternator
  12. Oil Life Monitor
  13. 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, ABS
  14. High Capacity Air Cleaner
  15. Battery Run Down Protection

SAFETY/SECURITY

  1. Frontal Airbags Driver and Front Passenger
  2. Front Fog Lamps
  3. Latch Child Seat Anchors
  4. Remote Keyless Entry with Content Theft Alarm
  5. Electronic Immobilizer
  6. Automatic Headlamp Control
  7. Six month Onstar directions and connections with auto crash response, Turn-by-turn navigation and Onstar remote Link

EXTERIOR FEATURES

  1. 17” Steel Wheels with Chrome Covers and Centre Caps
  2. LT235/80R-17 Highway Tires
  3. Deluxe Wide Load Mirrors
  4. Body Side Mouldings
  5. Solar Ray Deep Tinted Rear Glass
  6. Spare Tire Lock
  7. Chrome Surround Grille
  8. Front Recovery Hooks
  9. RR Chrome Bumper with Step Pad
  10. Variable Intermittent Wipers
  11. Cargo Box Illumination

INTERIOR FEATURES

  1. Bluetooth for phone
  2. Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control
  3. Leather Appointed Full Feature Front Bucket Seats
  4. CD Player (MP3 Capable), USB Port and Auxiliary Input Jack
  5. Bose Premium Sound System
  6. XM Satellite Radio – includes first 3 months service
  7. Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
  8. Rear Window Defogger
  9. Power Windows, Driver Express Down
  10. Programmable Power Door Locks with Lockout Protection
  11. Cruise Control
  12. Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel with Audio Controls
  13. Driver Information Centre
  14. Stadium Style Rear Split Folding Bench Seat
  15. Sliding Visors with Lighted Vanity Mirrors
  16. Tilt Steering Wheel\
  17. Colour-Keyed Carpeting With Floor Mats

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  1. Duramax Diesel 6.6L V8 $9,670.00
  2. Exhaust Brake included
  3. Touch Screen Navigation with HDD storage for Music, USB Port and Voice Recognition $1,495.00
  4. Allison six-speed Automatic Transmission $1,445.00
  5. Power Sliding/Tilt Glass Sunroof with Express Open/Close $1,325.00
  6. Heated and Cooled Front Seats $745.00
  7. Convenience Package – Ultrasonic RR Parking Assist – Power Adjustable Pedals – Universal Home Remote $730.00
  8. 17” Forged Polished Aluminum Wheels $695.00
  9. Rear Vision Camera System $565.00
  10. Dual 124 AMP Alternators $350.00
  11. High Idle Switch $250.00
  12. TailGate Equipment Package – Tailgate Lock – EZ Lift Tailgate $125.00
  13. Wiring Provisions for Trailer $55.00
  14. Rear Axle – 3.73 differential ratio $N/C

Total Price: $74,400
Plus
Destination Charge – $1,500.00
Excise A/C Tax – $100.00
Cost of Aftermarket Fifth Wheel- $1,500.00

RAM

2012 Ram 3500 – DRW, Crew Cab, 8ft box and 4WD Longhorn
Base Price $72,940

  • Engine: 6.7L HO Cummins Turbo diesel I-6 (standard on 3500 series)
  • HP – 350 at 3,000rpm
  • Torque – 800 lb-ft at 1,500 rpm
  • Transmission: 68-RFE – six speed automatic
  • Wheelbase: 169.5″
  • Dry Weight: 7,589 lb
  • GVWR: 12,300 lb
  • GCWR: 28,900 lb
  • Box Size: 8ft.
  • Payload: 4,650 lb
  • Tow rating (Conventional): N/A
  • Tow rating (5th wheel): 20,650 lb with a 4:10 axle

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

FUNCTIONAL AND SAFETY

  1. Advanced Multistage Front Airbags
  2. Side-Curtain Front and Rear Airbags
  3. Electric Shift – on – the Fly Transfer Case
  4. ABS – 4-Wheel disc brakes
  5. Limited-Slip rear differential
  6. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller with Display
  7. Class IV Receiver Hitch
  8. Tow Hooks
  9. Diesel Exhaust Brake
  10. Remote Keyless Entry
  11. Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System
  12. Remote Start System
  13. Security Alarm
  14. Universal Garage Dorr Opener
  15. Temperature and Compass Gauge
  16. Tilt Steering Column
  17. Speed Control
  18. 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet

INTERIOR FEATURES

  1. Premium Leather Bucket Seats
  2. Rear 60/40 Split-Folding Seat
  3. Heated Front Seats
  4. Ventilated Front Seats
  5. Heated Second-Row Seats
  6. Power 10-way Driver Seat w/Memory and Power 6-way Pass Seat
  7. Power Lumbar Adjust
  8. Rear Power Sliding Window
  9. Power Locks
  10. Power Windows w/Front One-Touch Up and Down feature
  11. Power Adjustable Pedals with Memory
  12. Air Conditioning w/Automatic Dual-Zone Tem Control
  13. Memory for Radio, Driver’s Seat, Mirrors and Pedals
  14. Premium Leather – Wrapped Steering Wheel
  15. Heated Steering Wheel
  16. Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio Controls
  17. Media Center 730N – CD/DBD/MP3/HDD/NAV
  18. 506W Alpine Premium Sound w/9 Speakers and Subwoofer
  19. Sirius Satellite Radio w/ 1-YR Radio Subscription
  20. GPS Navigation
  21. Uconnect Voice Command w/Bluetooth

EXTERIOR FEATURES

  1. 17-Inch x 6.0-Inch Premium Aluminum Wheels
  2. LT235/80R17E BSW All Season Tires
  3. Full-Size Spare Tire
  4. Power Chrome Heat T-Tow Mirrors w/Puddle and Signal Lamps
  5. Locking Tailgate

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  1. Protection Group – Transfer Case Skid Plate $75.00
  2. Max Tow Package – Dual Transmission Oil Cooler, 4.10 Rear Axle Ratio $495.00
  3. Power Sunroof $1,295.00
  4. Media Center minus -$500.00

Total Price: $74,305
Plus
A/C Excise Tax – $100.00
Destination Charge – $1,595.00
Aftermarket 5th wheel and installation $1,500.00