2024 Ford F-250 vs. 2024 Jeep Gladiator Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-250

2024 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $44,970 to $97,295
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator

2024 Jeep
Gladiator

MSRP*: $37,895 to $52,995
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MPG - City Info not available 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 35.5 ft3
Engine
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 405 - 500 hp 285 hp
Towing Capacity 13,800 - 22,000 lbs 4,000 - 4,500 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 218.0 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 73.8 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 42.8 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
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Gladiator than in the Ford F-250. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford F-250 and the Jeep Gladiator.

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). The Ford F-250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Jeep Gladiator, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-250 is much wider than the Jeep Gladiator, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. 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 Jeep Gladiator.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-250 is clearly the choice over the Jeep Gladiator for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford F-250 greatly outmuscles the Jeep Gladiator.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford F-250 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Jeep Gladiator.

Utility
The Ford F-250 offers a little more seating capacity than the Jeep Gladiator, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them. You'll be able to haul more material in the Ford F-250 than the Jeep Gladiator, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.