Nissan Titan vs Ram 1500: towing
For 2024, the Ram 1500 has the higher printed conventional maximum, by 3,460 lb. Comparing the best row for the same cab and drivetrain, the Nissan Titan is higher in 0 of 3 setups and the Ram 1500 in 3. Across 14 model years where both are cited, the Nissan Titan led 0 times, the Ram 1500 14 times.
Every figure is a printed manufacturer chart value for its own model year. Maximums need specific equipment; the same-setup table is the fairer comparison.
2024: same cab, same drivetrain
2024 is the newest year with substantial chart coverage for both trucks. Best printed conventional rating for each body style; “No row” means the transcribed chart has none for that setup. Extended cab groups SuperCab, Double Cab, Quad Cab, King Cab and Access Cab; crew groups SuperCrew, CrewMax and Mega Cab.
| Setup | Nissan Titan | Ram 1500 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extended cab 2WD | No row | 12,750 lb 5.7L V-8 HEMI, Quad Cab, 6'4", 3.92 axle, RAM 1500 4X2 QUAD CAB: TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX; trans A8 8HP75; SRW | — |
| Extended cab 4WD | 9,210 lb 5.6L V8, King Cab | 11,340 lb 5.7L V-8 HEMI, Quad Cab, 6'4", 3.92 axle, RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD CAB: TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX; trans A8 8HP75; SRW | Ram 1500 +2,130 |
| Crew cab 2WD | 9,290 lb 5.6L V8, Crew Cab | 11,540 lb 5.7L V-8 HEMI, Crew Cab, 6'4", 3.92 axle, RAM 1500 4X2 CREW CAB: TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX; trans A8 8HP75; SRW | Ram 1500 +2,250 |
| Crew cab 4WD | 9,130 lb 5.6L V8, Crew Cab | 11,310 lb 5.7L V-8 HEMI, Crew Cab, 6'4", 3.92 axle, RAM 1500 4X4 CREW CAB: TRADESMAN 6'4" BOX; trans A8 8HP75; SRW | Ram 1500 +2,180 |
2024 rating ranges
| Hitch | Nissan Titan | Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 9,050–9,290 lb | 6,120–12,750 lb |
2024 Ram 1500 by engine
- 5.7L V-8 HEMI7,800–12,750 lb
- 6.2L SUPER CHARGED V88,100 lb
- 3.6L V-66,120–7,690 lb
Source: Ram, 2024 Ram 1500 Towing Chart
Year by year
Highest cited conventional rating for each model year. A blank means that year is not cited or the model was not sold, never zero.
| Year | Nissan Titan | Ram 1500 | Higher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | 11,610 lb | |
| 2025 | — | 11,600 lb | |
| 2024 | 9,290 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2023 | 9,323 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2022 | 9,320 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2021 | 9,310 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2020 | 9,370 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2019 | 9,660 lb | 12,750 lb | 1500 |
| 2018 | 9,740 lb | 10,620 lb | 1500 |
| 2017 | 9,730 lb | 10,640 lb | 1500 |
| 2016 | — | 10,640 lb | |
| 2015 | 9,300 lb | 10,650 lb | 1500 |
| 2014 | 9,500 lb | 10,450 lb | 1500 |
| 2013 | 9,500 lb | 10,450 lb | 1500 |
| 2012 | 9,500 lb | 11,500 lb | 1500 |
| 2011 | 9,500 lb | 10,450 lb | 1500 |
| 2010 | 9,500 lb | 10,450 lb | 1500 |
| 2009 | 9,500 lb | — |