Pickup truck buyers today have a wide range of excellent options to choose from. However, this abundance of choices can quickly become overwhelming, making it hard to decide which truck best fits your needs. The 2025 Ford F-150 and GMC Sierra are two outstanding contenders. We prepared this Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra comparison to help you determine which one is right for you.
Engine Performance and Powertrain Options
The 2025 Ford F-150 boasts an impressive engine lineup. It includes:
- The basic turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6, which can produce up to 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque
- A 5.0-liter V-8 with up to 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque
- A turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 with a maximum output of 400 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
- A dedicated powertrain for the off-road-oriented Raptor trim, with a turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 that delivers up to 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque
- A dedicated powertrain for the upgraded Raptor R trim, which includes a massive 5.2-liter V-8 with an astonishing output of 720 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque
- An economical hybrid powertrain that pairs the turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with an electric motor for a combined output of up to 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque.
While the 2025 GMC Sierra has four engine options, their outputs are inferior to the F-150’s, both for the standard configuration and at the top end. The engines are:
- The standard turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder, with a maximum output of 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque
- A turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six diesel engine with up to 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque
- A 5.3-liter V-8 that can deliver up to 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque
- The top-of-the-range 6.2-liter V-8 with a maximum capacity of 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque
Towing, Payload, and Fuel Economy Comparison
The most relevant performance figures for a pickup truck are its towing and hauling figures. The 2025 Ford F-150 is the class leader, with an impressive 13,500-pound towing capacity when properly equipped. It can also haul up to 2,440 pounds. While the 2025 GMC Sierra isn’t far behind, it falls just short of the F-150 with a towing capacity of 13,300 pounds when equipped with its diesel engine. Its maximum payload capacity is identical to the Ford’s, at 2,440 pounds.
The fuel economy figures for these two are also close. While the 2025 Ford F-150 has a 19 mpg combined fuel economy for its 5.0-liter V-8, the hybrid powertrain provides the best figures, with 23 mpg combined. Meanwhile, the Raptor trim gets around 16 combined mpg, but it’s understandable given its capability. The Sierra gets between 16 and 18 combined mpg, depending on your engine choice, which is slightly less economical than the F-150. The only exception is the diesel, which can get a combined 26 mpg.
Interior Comfort, Infotainment, and Technology
Nowadays, drivers expect modern pickup trucks to provide excellent comfort and high-end infotainment technology. The 2025 Ford F-150 delivers, featuring a well-cushioned interior with front seats that remain supportive even after long hours of driving. Its suspension provides a smooth ride on surfaces, while strong sound insulation keeps most road, wind, and engine noises out of the cabin.
The Sierra’s interior is a great place to be, but it doesn’t match the F-150’s level of comfort and sophistication. Its front seats aren’t as soft and supportive, but they do a decent job of keeping the driver and passenger comfortable on longer drives. All buttons are easy to find, and the climate control system provides a steady temperature throughout the cabin. However, a bumpy road will reveal the suspension system’s limitations and cause some interior discomfort.
The 2025 F-150 comes with a standard 12-inch touch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for seamless connectivity. The 2025 Sierra also offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but the touch screen on the base trim is only seven inches wide, while higher trims have a 13.4-inch display.
Safety Ratings and Driver Assistance Features
Both the 2025 Ford F-150 and the 2025 GMC Sierra are exceptionally safe vehicles in case of a collision, as certified by their five-star rating given by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. They also come with multiple active safety features designed to help drivers identify potential dangers and avoid them. The standard safety features for the F-150 are:
- Forward collision warning with automatic braking: The system can detect an imminent frontal collision and apply the brakes automatically to mitigate the effects of the impact if you don’t respond to alerts.
- Lane-keeping assistance: The system can steer the vehicle back into its lane if it detects drifting out of lane without the activation of turn signals.
- Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning: The system can alert the driver if it detects another vehicle entering the F-150’s blind spot and if another vehicle is approaching from either side while backing up.
- Rear automatic braking: The system brakes automatically if it senses an imminent impact with an object behind the vehicle.
The 2025 GMC Sierra only has the frontal collision mitigation and lane-keeping assistance systems available in its standard configuration. The others are available as options or for higher trims.
Schedule Your Ford F-150 Test Drive Today
While both the 2025 Ford F-150 and 2025 GMC Sierra are strong pickup truck options, the F-150 stands out with its more powerful engines, higher towing capacity, more comfortable interior, and superior standard safety features. Contact us at Titus-Will Ford today to schedule a test drive and experience why the F-150 remains America’s best-selling truck.
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