5.2 vs 5.9 ram pros and cons ??

I know neither of those trucks are, but look for a ram offroad edition. 3" taller than a standard 4x4, 5.9, and 4.10 gears...all from the factory. They have unique wheels and say off road on the tailgate. You'll be able to tow, and play in 4x4 but gas would suck on the highway w/ 4.10's. Given the option of the two you posted, the manual hands down. The RE series autos suck some serious power out of the mag motors no doubt