The Ford F-150 is the popular truck option for our Hayden drivers. With its power, towing capabilities, and technology, the Ford F-150 makes hard work easier. Below, we compare the 2021 Ford F-150 to some of its rivals, including the 2021 GMC Sierra, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and the 2021 Ram 1500.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 GMC Sierra
The power of an engine is very important when looking at a truck. If you are purchasing a truck for your work in Coeur D'Alene, you need to know that the engine has the power to tow and haul all of your equipment.
The 2021 Ford F-150 has the most diverse lineup of engines in its class with six different engine options. The 2021 GMC Sierra only has five engine options that do not have much power as any of the Ford F-150 engines. The engines on the Ford F-150 include:
- 3.3L V6 engine with 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque
- 2.7L V6 engine with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque
- 5.0L V8 engine with 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque
- 3.0L diesel V6 engine with 250 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque
- 3.5L V6 engine with 400 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
- Ford PowerBoost hybrid that pairs a 3.5L V6 engine with an electric motor and battery pack for 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Drives through Post Falls are boring without some music. Both trucks have an entertainment touchscreen, but the 2021 Ford F-150's screen is marginally larger at eight inches, contrasted against the Chevy Silverado’s seven-inch screen, so you can see it easier without having to take your eyes off the road as long. The Alexa capability only standard on the Ford F-150 allows you to start the engine and turn on the heater using your Amazon Alexa. This will make winter morning drives to work less cold.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 Ram 1500
As a result of the powerful engines on the Ford F-150, the 2021 Ford F-150 also wins when it comes to towing capabilities. This truck has a towing rate of 14,000 pounds, while the 2021 Ram 1500 maxes out its towing capabilities at 12,750 pounds. So, if you like to go boating out on the Spokane River in Liberty Lake, the Ford F-150 makes it easy to tow it.
When it comes to hauling your materials to your job site in Rathdrum, the Ford F-150 does better than the Ram 1500. The Ford F-150's bed can hold up to 3,325 pounds with the 5.0L V8 engine. This is considerably better than the Ram 1500’s payload of 2,300 pounds.
Test Drive a 2021 Ford F-150 Today!
As you can see, it is a tough competition, but the Ford F-150 has a lot of features that make it stand out amongst the others in its class. If you would like to learn more about our 2021 Ford F-150 inventory, or if you have any questions, visit us at Mike White Ford of Coeur D'Alene. Any of our Ford experts will be happy to help.