We feel sorry for the Ford F-150 competitors. Why? Because the F-150 is the uncontested king of its class for towing,1 is the best-selling truck for the 47th year in a row,2 and earns many more distinctions, including a best-in-class maximum payload rating.3 Read on to see the details.
The Silverado is the most iconic rival amongst the Ford F-150 competitors, but for 2024 (and the foreseeable future), it'll have to stay in the shadow of the F-150. Its maximum towing capacity remains lower at 13,300 pounds,4 and its features set it further back – for example, the F-150 has a standard 12-inch digital gauge cluster, while the Silverado has a standard 3.5-inch screen in its analog gauge cluster.
The Silverado also has a standard 7-inch touch-screen vs. the F-150 truck's standard 12-inch touch-screen, and it lacks available F-150 features like Max Recline Seats. It also has four available engines vs. the six that can power the F-150, has a lower maximum payload rating of 2,260 pounds,5 and has a paltry 495 pound-feet of available torque.
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325 to 720 | Horsepower | 305 to 420 |
400 lb-ft to 640 lb-ft | Torque | 383 lb-ft to 495 lb-ft |
13,500 lbs1 | Maximum Towing Capacity | 13,300 lbs4 |
2,445 lbs3 | Maximum Payload Capacity | 2,260 lbs5 |
22 / 24 / 23 MPG6 | Maximum EPA-Est. Gas Mileage (City/Hwy/Comb.) | 18 / 22 / 20 MPG7 |
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Available | Max Recline Seats | Not Available |
Available | Interior Work Surface | Not Available |
Available - Ford BlueCruise | Semi-Autonomous Driving System | Available - SuperCruise |
The Sierra is just a Silverado in fancier clothes. As another one of the Ford F-150 competitors, it has the same deficiencies.
The same engines, gas MPGs, standard screens, maximum towing capacity, and lack of features like Max Recline Seats define the GMC Sierra 1500, despite its stance as a more premium truck. With that said, the Sierra 1500 does earn a higher score in the Ford F-150 vs. competition comparison due to its Denali trim, but when it's up against the F-150 Platinum and its spectacular luxury features, it still can't reach the top.
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325 to 720 | Horsepower | 305 to 420 |
400 lb-ft to 640 lb-ft | Torque | 383 lb-ft to 495 lb-ft |
13,500 lbs1 | Maximum Towing Capacity | 13,300 lbs8 |
2,445 lbs3 | Maximum Payload Capacity | 2,240 lbs9 |
22 / 24 / 23 MPG6 | Maximum EPA-Est. Gas Mileage (City/Hwy/Comb.) | 18 / 22 / 20 MPG10 |
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Available | Max Recline Seats | Not Available |
Available | Interior Work Surface | Not Available |
Available - Ford BlueCruise | Semi-Autonomous Driving System | Available - SuperCruise |
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The Ram 1500 enters its latest year with a redesign, but a new design isn't always a good thing. Indeed, it falls to the bottom of the list of Ford F-150 competitors because it no longer offers a V-8 engine. For an American truck, that's hardly acceptable. Even worse, the Ram 1500 has a lower towing capacity than last year: a maximum of just 11,550 pounds.11 With just three engine options, only 269 pound-feet of standard torque, and a maximum payload rating of 2,370 pounds,12 the new Ram 1500 just isn't up to par.
Although the Ram 1500 ties for gas mileage, it has a higher starting price and also falls short in terms of standard features. The Ram 1500, while one of the iconic Ford F-150 competitors, is struggling to keep up with the ever-improving benefits of our new Ford F-150 deals.
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325 to 720 | Horsepower | 305 to 540 |
400 lb-ft to 640 lb-ft | Torque | 269 lb-ft to 521 lb-ft |
10-speed automatic | Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
13,500 lbs1 | Maximum Towing Capacity | 11,500 lbs11 |
2,445 lbs3 | Maximum Payload Capacity | 2,370 lbs12 |
22 / 24 / 23 MPG6 | Maximum EPA-Est. Gas Mileage (City/Hwy/Comb.) | 20 / 26 / 23 MPG13 |
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Available | Max Recline Seats | Not Available |
Available | Interior Work Surface | Not Available |
Available - Ford BlueCruise | Semi-Autonomous Driving System | Available - Active Driving Assist |
Toyota has been putting in a lot of effort to try to make the Tundra on par with other Ford F-150 competitors, but its latest hallmarks fall well short of the F-150. For example, the Tundra has a maximum towing capacity of 12,000 pounds,14 a maximum payload rating of 1,940 pounds,15 and up to an EPA-estimated 20/24 MPG (City/Highway).16 The F-150 shames it with an EPA-estimated 22/24 MPG (City/Highway).6
Additionally, its TRD Pro trim is not a real threat to the F-150 Raptor. It does not offer enhancements like the Active Valve exhaust system, Baja mode, FOXâ„¢ Racing Shox, or available 37-inch tires that you can find on an F-150 Raptor. The final nail in its coffin: The Toyota Tundra has a higher starting price than the trucks in our Ford F-150 inventory.
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325 to 720 | Horsepower | 358 to 437 |
400 lb-ft to 640 lb-ft | Torque | 406 lb-ft to 583 lb-ft |
13,500 lbs1 | Maximum Towing Capacity | 12,000 lbs14 |
2,445 lbs3 | Maximum Payload Capacity | 1,940 lbs15 |
22 / 24 / 23 MPG6 | Maximum EPA-Est. Gas Mileage (City/Hwy/Comb.) | 20 / 24 / 22 MPG16 |
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Available | Max Recline Seats | Not Available |
Available | Interior Work Surface | Not Available |
Available - Ford BlueCruise | Semi-Autonomous Driving System | Not Available |
Looking at everything from the Ford F-150 towing capacity to the Raptor trim, the competitors take hit after hit, with no real way of defending themselves. The F-150 is America's best-selling truck nameplate2 for countless reasons. If you're ready to see everything that makes it such a dominant force, visit Lake Keowee Ford to see, feel, and hear all the F-150 has got.
As full-size light-duty trucks, the Chevy Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Ram 1500, and Toyota Tundra are comparable to the Ford F-150. However, with the Ford F-150 delivering a best-in-class maximum towing capacity,1 a best-in-class payload capacity,3 and standard features those other trucks can't offer, "comparable" is a generous term to use.
The Chevy Silverado 1500 has long been the rival of the Ford F-150, but this is a rather one-sided rivalry. The F-150 can tow more,1 carry heavier payload,3 and offer better gasoline mileage than the Silverado,6, 7 all while offering more standard features and better available torque and horsepower than its "rival" from Chevy.
Ford trucks are generally considered to be more reliable than Ram trucks. The "Built Ford Tough" slogan was widely accepted for a reason, and that reason is durable engineering and build quality. With the F-series family logging 42 years straight as America's best-selling vehicles,2 there's proof that every Ford truck is a workhorse that you can count on.
1Max towing of 13,500 lbs. available on F-150® SuperCrew 6.5’ box 4×4 with available 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. When properly equipped. Requires Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade. Max towing varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration.
2Reference to this claim is solely for informational purposes. For more details, please visit: https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2023/12/28/ford-f-series–america-s-best-selling-truck-for-47-years-and-cou.html.
3Max payload of 2,445 lbs. available on F-150® Regular Cab 8′ box 4×2 with available 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine. Class is Full-Sized Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. When properly equipped. Max payload varies and is based on accessories and vehicle configuration. See label on doorjamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
4Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
5For comparison purposes only. See the Owner’s Manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.
6EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.
7EPA-estimated 18 city/22 hwy 2.7L TurboMax 4-cylinder, 2WD.
8GM-estimated. Maximum trailering ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The trailering capacity of your specific vehicle may vary. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can trailer.
9These maximum payload ratings are intended for comparison purposes only. Before you buy a vehicle or use it to haul people or cargo, carefully review the vehicle loading section of the Owner’s Manual and check the carrying capacity of your specific vehicle on the label on the inside of the driver’s door jamb.
10EPA-estimated mpg for the 2.7L TurboMax with 8-speed automatic, 2WD. Estimates only. For more information, please visit the official U.S. government source for all fuel economy at www.fueleconomy.gov
11When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
12When properly equipped. Max payload ratings shown for base configuration. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload weights. Contact dealer for details.
13EPA-estimated 20 city MPG with 3.6L Penatstar V-6 and eight-speed autoamtic. Actual mileage may vary. EPA-estimated 26 hwy MPG with 3.6L Penatstar V-6 and eight-speed autoamtic. Actual mileage may vary.
14Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. “Added vehicle equipment” includes additional standard/optional equipment and accessories added by the manufacturer, dealers, and/or vehicle owners. The only way to be certain of your vehicle’s exact curb weight is to weigh your vehicle without passengers or cargo. [Calculated with the new SAE J2807 method.] Installation of a tow hitch receiver or other accessories located near the rear bumper or side-door kick sensors may require disabling or removing the kick sensor, and the sensor operation setting in your vehicle should be turned off. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.
15Payload includes the weight of occupants, cargo and options and is limited by weight distribution.
16Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.