2025 Ford F-250 vs. 2026 GMC Sierra 2500 Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford F-250

2025 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $45,300 to $78,065
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Picture of the 2026 GMC Sierra 2500

2026 GMC
Sierra 2500

MSRP*: $47,000 to $94,500
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 3 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 69.5 - 83.5 ft3
Engine
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 405 - 430 hp 401 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity 13,800 - 16,700 lbs 14,500 - 20,000 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 236.3 - 266.8 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 81.8 - 81.9 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
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Ford F-250 than the GMC Sierra 2500. The GMC Sierra 2500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford F-250.

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-250 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the GMC Sierra 2500.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-250 is much slimmer than the GMC Sierra 2500, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Ford F-250, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the GMC Sierra 2500.

Handling
The Ford F-250 has a significantly larger turning radius than the GMC Sierra 2500, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the GMC Sierra 2500, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Ford F-250 due to its slightly better towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford F-250 and the GMC Sierra 2500.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford F-250 doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the GMC Sierra 2500.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-250 as you will the GMC Sierra 2500. The Ford F-250 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the GMC Sierra 2500.