Dodge Ram 1500 Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2025): Your Comprehensive Guide

The Ram 1500, originally part of Dodge's lineup before becoming its own brand in 2010, is a cornerstone of the full-size pickup market, earning Motor Trend's Truck of the Year award multiple times, including a historic four consecutive wins from 2019 to 2025.

Performance has evolved significantly, with engine options ranging from a 3.7L V6 producing 210 horsepower in 2011 to the 6.2L HEMI V8 delivering 702 horsepower in 2024.

The 2025 model features a 3.0L turbocharged Hurricane engine generating 420 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

This progression highlights the Ram 1500's adaptability and focus on power and efficiency over the years.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

Fifth Generation: 2019-2019

2019 Dodge Ram 1500 Horsepower

The Dodge Ram 1500 offers a horsepower range from 240 hp with a 3.0L engine to 395 hp with a 5.7L HEMI MDS VVT engine.

Torque output varies from 269 lb-ft with the 3.6L 24V VVT ETORQUE UPG I engine to 420 lb-ft with the 3.0L engine.

The vehicle is available with 2WD and 4WD drivetrain configurations and utilizes an 8-speed automatic transmission across its engine options.

Fourth Generation: 2009-2009

2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Horsepower

The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 offers a horsepower range from 210 hp with the 3.7L MAGNUM engine to 390 hp with the 5.7L HEMI MULTI-DISPLACEMENT VVT engine.

Torque output varies from 235 lb-ft with the 3.7L MAGNUM to 407 lb-ft with the 5.7L HEMI MULTI-DISPLACEMENT VVT engine.

Engine options include 3.7L, 4.7L, and 5.7L configurations, with available drivetrains in 2WD and 4WD, and transmission options include a 4-speed automatic and a 5-speed automatic.

Third Generation: 2002-2002

2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Horsepower

The 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 features a horsepower range of 215 hp from the 3.7L MAGNUM engine in 2WD configuration to 235 hp from the 5.9L MAGNUM engine also in 2WD. Torque output varies from 295 lb-ft with the 5.9L engine in 2WD to 319 lb-ft with the 3.7L engine in 2WD. The vehicle is available with both 2WD and 4WD drivetrains, utilizing a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.