2024 Ford F-150 vs. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-150

2024 Ford
F-150

MSRP*: $36,965 to $78,440
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Picture of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500

2025 GMC
Sierra 1500

MSRP*: $38,300 to $84,200
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 14 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 26 MPG 17 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 52.8 - 77.4 ft3 62.9 - 89.1 ft3
Engine
  • 325-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 430-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 450-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 325 - 450 hp 305 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 7,400 - 10,800 lbs 8,800 - 13,200 lbs
Exterior Length 209.1 - 243.5 in 211.0 - 242.5 in
Exterior Width 79.8 - 79.9 in 81.2 - 81.2 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Ford F-150 offers passengers in its extended cab about the same head- and legroom as the GMC Sierra 1500. The GMC Sierra 1500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford F-150.

Convenience
With the Ford F-150 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the GMC Sierra 1500, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford F-150 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Dimensions
The Ford F-150 is a little narrower than the GMC Sierra 1500, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Ford F-150 is slightly shorter than the GMC Sierra 1500, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Ford F-150 has a smaller turning radius than the GMC Sierra 1500, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the GMC Sierra 1500 is clearly the choice over the Ford F-150 for pulling heavy loads. The Ford F-150 has a little more horsepower than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford F-150 doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the GMC Sierra 1500.

Utility
The Ford F-150 has less seating than the GMC Sierra 1500, making the GMC Sierra 1500 the better choice if you often have passengers. The GMC Sierra 1500 has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Ford F-150.