2024 Duramax VS 2023 High Output Cummins: Which Diesel Engine Is Better?

[@korn111685]

I’m a huge ram fan. But I’m also fond of the duramax. I appreciate the updates Chevy did here. I would have a hard time choosing now.

[@krisi.2011]

Agreed but I love the diesel dodge ram rebel that to me looks amazing and the interior is a chefs kiss

[@patriciap1214]

I just bought a brand new 2024 Silverado HD truck to cab 8 foot bed on the lot and they had it and I bought it didn’t have to wait. I took this thing out the first time and went up a huge hill and passed everybody like it was nothing. The Duramax has got my boat. Great engine been around for a while. You can’t go wrong with ones.

[@bostonaviation2010]

I went with the Duramax. The build date for my 2024 HD AT4 is April 27. I can't wait!

[@fivesfilms]

When did you order yours?

[@bostonaviation2010]

@@fivesfilms Feb 16

[@fivesfilms]

I had ordered a 23’ HC back in October. A month ago it got converted to a 2024, so I added the midnight edition package. No eta, not even scheduled yet. Maybe the midnight edition package is delaying it? Idk.

[@davidmolaison2933]

@@fivesfilms same here, I’ve been waiting.

[@Been100]

Sorry for y’all’s misfortune, but I got my 24 2500HD z71 today ☺️

[@robertnytch1472]

I know it’s not practical but the only true way to compare diesels is to pull a heavy load. They are entirely different animals with a load.

[@krisi.2011]

A 100% it's the only way imo

[@viking3487]

Im a different animal with a load aswell

[@42ambrocio]

Exactly, my 2022 ram 2500 Cummins with only 14k miles tows once a month max. And the transmission already failed. Not even a year old.

[@JamisonBox-kz1fk]

@@42ambrociothe 68rfe or the aisin?

[@fivesfilms]

Ram guy here who ordered a 24’ HC duramax midnight edition awhile ago. I’m told they’re waiting on the black rims before they can build them.

[@ArmyProperty]

Unpopular opinion, big HP numbers are nice, but 99% of people aren’t gonna want to rev the piss out of their diesel to achieve that number. The engine won’t be happy (because it’s basically out of breath at that point) and neither will the driver. What you’ll really want to do is cruise all day at 1,500-2,000rpm’s making huge amounts of torque (thrust). That’s where the Ram excels. As long as the tranny and final drive are able to keep you in that sweet spot, while towing trailers and tackling big hills, the total number of gears isn’t quite as relevant.

[@slidewide1999]

Winner winner right here! I couldn’t agree more, and I’ve owned all three.

[@braydonm5485]

I don’t know when I’m in the mountains doing 40 stuck behind a semi I want to be able to pass with confidence the v8 10 speed diesels put you in the right gear and give you that option

[@krisi.2011]

I LOVE THE NEW DODGE RAM REBEL DIESEL WHAT A BEAUTIFUL TRUCK !

[@jayscott1380]

Full exhaust mode also push the tow button

[@jayscott1380]

I watched more, and you figured it out

[@thebig12conference73]

Mechanical Engineer here, I have been researching the Power Stoke, Duramax and the Cummins. Now I am leaning to the 2027 Ram 3500 Cummins with the ASIEN but I am going to give the 3500 Silverado Duramax a chance. I am going to rent both out for a week and do my own consumer reports. Then, I will make a decision. Why 2027? Because Cummins will introduce their new hydrogen engine. It is not electric, but it is cleaner burning, and more efficient (you get more HP and torque). I will probably get it 3-4 years used so for $50,000, I can get the Laramie 3500. I would probably stick with the SRT's unless you have to get the dallies. With the dallies, you bump into problems with street parking, U TURNS, and narrow windy mountain roads. They are really not the best for off roading but if you need to tow livestock or a heavy load, the image stabilization and balance is good. Here is the thing unless you are towing a BATTLE SHIP, you really don't need the DUALLIES. My friend is a COWBOY in the professional rodeo circuit. He has to tow horses so he needs the dallies. If you are not towing livestock then you are good to go with the SRT's, much smoother ride but get the 3500 because the AISEN is on par with the Allison transition, the 68RFE is garbage. From my friends who have the 2500, they always complain and it is not engineering sound transition. You can easily tow over 20,000 lbs with SRTs

[@Not_Andrew_Huberman]

The 68rfe is less than ideal for sure but I wouldn't say it's garbage. There's a ton of them out there doing work and doing just fine but the key is they're stock. It's designed to handle stock power but nothing more. It is a huge week link that I hope ram irons out cause otherwise it would really shine but I'm 110,000 in on a stock 68rfe on 37's no issues but I'm at stock power. They have plenty of power stock. As expensive as these engines and systems are any time you add power you're outside of what the system's designed for and asking for issues at some point, that's any maker. Ford and GM 10 speeds are popping left and right

[@thebig12conference73]

@@Not_Andrew_Huberman Maybe garbage is rough but I prefer the AISEN.

[@billsmith6962]

Youre gonna buy a truck in 2031? Thanks

[@fireflyraven2760]

Nice comparison review but on an honest note with them wanting more and more for these things the only thing they are doing is filling up these lots with them no one is buying these things they be wanting to much for these vehicle if they keep this up their gonna start having to make more difficult decision such as lower prices instead of shutting down production lines to keep prices the way they are

[@longacre1041]

The new Duramax is just a different animal altogether, it’s technologically superior in every aspect. Cummings is supposedly updating their drivetrains for 2025 models, perhaps then you can offer a fair comparison.

[@42ambrocio]

I thought 2026? Originally it was supposed to be 2024

[@BruceDragon-sf1tr]

Definitely better than a trashy Dodge

[@42ambrocio]

@@BruceDragon-sf1tr shittt i didn’t know Dodge still make trucks lmao

[@slidewide1999]

CUMMINS. There is no g in the name.

[@chrisholland2016]

Yeah ram needs to put a 8-10 speed in that 6.7L Cummins for an update because in acceleration it's fast it sounds good but not as fast as it's competitors they're like a HD tacoma type thing. High Outputs are still quick though.

[@chrisholland2016]

Oh nevermind he is testing a High output cummins. Not too bad compared to the regular though.

[@krisi.2011]

They tested the 6 speed to the chevys 10 speed and the dodge somehow got better fuel economy and going down a mountain hill max load it didn't need a signal brake touch the exhaust brake and tow haul keep it at 50 mph down a mountain it was remarkable to be honest .

[@chrisholland2016]

@@krisi.2011 well the fuel economy I can understand. The Cummins was always good on fuel don't get me wrong. I'm just all about get up and go on that paddle. It's not a bad diesel engine at all they just need to upgrade the horsepower and torque more. Its the same ole 6.7L Cummins that's never changed much.

[@SteveR-ym3yc]

Duramax fan here,but Hard to knock a Cummins Diesel.

[@themoneyman3568]

I think they need to go back to the old style Duramax

[@zachary2417]

You have to be at a certain speed for the exhaust brake to activate

[@joseramos7476]

great review and i agree the Chevy/GM drives better and the power is great

[@kiladadeo]

I have heard the aisin transmission is a learning transmission so if punch on more your response would be faster

[@lordwes7362]

@Ben Hardy do Ford vs Ram vs Chevy again but with the 2023 models

[@supremekingjesus425]

U can’t beat the Cummins . They been making great engines for years. But both trucks look beautiful

[@geezusmeatball1328]

Duramax exhaust brake is good not as hard of Ram because GM have a 10 speed tranny thats why if you down shift the truck it pulls back good

[@andrewbrowning-gm7nd]

Exhaust brake requires higher rpm to work,

[@davidmolaison2933]

How the hell did you get your hands on a 8’ bed truck? I’ve been searching for a LT bonus cab and it won’t be delivered until the 28th.

[@eog2423]

I dont know where you are getting your number but my ram 3500 2021 h.o towing capacity is 23000 lbs with 3.73 gear with my vin number

[@gofy8481]

I just traded in my 2018 duramax with 300k miles and ZERO issues for a 24. The new duramax is phenomenal. Quicker and smoother than the ford or dodge. Also, that 300k 2018 is just as strong as the day I bought it. Diramax all the way. The higher horsepower is significant and the allegedly lower torque is nothing. I tow heavy.

[@yourdieselspecialists]

We have a diesel shop and it seems like we work on cummins way more than duramax! However, just for how easy they are to work I would own a cummins all day long. The duramax does not hardly brake but they sure suck to work on!

[@firebirdlover4460]

I think that's why Rams are so popular with hot shotters. They're cheap and easy to repair.

[@matthewanderson9912]

I noticed in the separate Chevy video you used the Ram exterior exhaust start up and rev for the Chevy lol. Same in this one. But no big deal. Towing or not, the Duramax will beat the Cummins in every measurable test with the exception being exhaust brake. That’s more of an engine design thing though. The V8s will never be able to have as good of an exhaust brake as the I6. Nice review. Glad to hear someone saying the numbers on paper are one thing but real world is another.

[@BenHardyCars]

I didn’t use the wrong clips lol. Listen to the exhaust, the Cummins sounds way way way different. The camera is just pointed towards the ram.

[@matthewanderson9912]

@@BenHardyCars I see now. I didn’t pay attention to the sound lol.

[@colbyh2732]

Get that 10 speed, Allison, and it drag that Chevy! Cummins longevity way better.

[@B-rad303]

I hope the Dodge makes it through the test drive without dropping the trans on the highway.

[@jimm2442]

Driving a vehicle around the block and calling that a test is ridiculous. What is the purpose of an exhaust brake? My answer is to maintain vehicle speed down grade’s especially while towing heavy loads. The quote “review” here is a joke. Want a more realistic review on these trucks look to TFL. I am done with this guy.

[@Tom-bf6ze]

The 5th gen Cummins is soooo restricted!! Too much lag and power loss. Thanks EPA!! DELETE IT! HOLD ON!! - ENJOY THE POWER IT REALLY HAS!! --- Your welcome

[@diliplahiri9052]

Which truck would the Easter Bunny like better?

[@8luggarage]

I wish gm would bring the 67-72 styles and square body style back

[@BigAl77545]

Does sound a bit biased comparing other reviews also

[@rhare7353]

Both of these trucks beautiful when new, the power trains will outlast the trucks, lets see both of the with100k miles and see what has fallen apart. The tin worms will have a field day with both of them

[@kasb58]

Do you realize you drop the word "video" in your intro? I hear, "In today's, gonna be comparing..."

[@camclarke9952]

Chevy is way better than the cumapart.

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

That Ram will outlast 3 of those GM'S😁🤣

[@slimtny]

They all have their problems. My Ram 2500 has been the biggest POS I have owned.

[@RealKoolKid1]

You spelled ford wrong

[@freedomisntfree_44]

The CUMMINS might. The dumpster it rolls around in won’t. Had a ram burn to the ground in the driveway.

[@robedmund9948]

Ford body, Cummins in-line 6, Allison 10-speed. Until that happens, I'll save my $$$$$.

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@robedmund9948 😁🤣

[@Oldjongcrow416]

🔥👈

[@smcremix8791]

The ram is so ugly, it is Defiantly ready for a refresh!