2026 Ford F-150 vs. 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Picture of the 2026 Ford F-150

2026 Ford
F-150

MSRP*: $37,290 to $79,005
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Picture of the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500

2026 GMC
Sierra 1500

MSRP*: $38,300 to $84,400
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 14 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 26 MPG 16 - 24 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 - 13,100 lbs 8,700 - 13,300 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. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford F-150, which is slightly longer than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Handling
The Ford F-150 has a larger turning radius than the GMC Sierra 1500, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to tow, the Ford F-150 will do just as well as the GMC Sierra 1500, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Ford F-150 has a little more horsepower than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Ford F-150 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-150 as you will the GMC Sierra 1500. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of lumber or gardening supplies into the bed of the Ford F-150 as you will with the GMC Sierra 1500.