Which truck to buy? Should it be an all-new 2019 Ram Rebel half-ton or the heavy duty Ram Power Wagon? The two trucks can be configured at a very similar price (around $50,000), and both trucks are rated to about the same amount.
This question comes to us from JDGarrett:
Since the rebel and the power wagon now have similar tow ratings for 2019. Is there a possibility we will see a mashup of the two on your channel?
The simple answer to JDGarrett’s question is: “Yes! We will work hard to show you a comparison between these two trucks!” As to – which truck is best for you? The answer is a little more complicated.
Take a look at the specifications for the two trucks.
2019 Ram Rebel
The new Rebel is completely redesigned. It still offers the 5.7L HEMI V8 with 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The crew cab starts at just over $48,000, and it’s rated tow over 11,000 lbs.
Ram Power Wagon
The Power Wagon remains unchanged. It has a 6.4L HEMI V8 with 410 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque. It’s mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. It starts at around $52,000, unless you opt for the Ram 2500 crew cab 4×4 Tradesman with a Power Wagon package (which is a few thousand dollars less).
Both trucks have specialized off-road gear, 4×4 with low range, at least one differential locker, and Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac tires. Although, both can tackle a difficult off-road obstacle, you need to pay close attention to the line in the Rebel, while the Power Wagon (with greater clearance and a solid front axle with a locker) just pummels the terrain into submission.
In the end, if you looking for more comfort, better fuel economy, and newer technology – the 2019 Rebel is a better choice. If you want ultimate off-road capability and heavy duty chassis to handle similar loads with more confidence – then the Power Wagon is the answer.
What do you think? Please let us know in the poll and the comments section below.
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Here is the Power Wagon going up the Cliffhanger 2.0 – our toughest off-road test.
Here is the all-new 2019 Ram Rebel tackling the same mountain.
Also, Mr Truck and I discuss this question in this live TFLnow Talkin’ Trucks video.
