2026 Ford F-150 vs GMC Sierra 1500
| Features | 2026 Ford F-150 | 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Four wheel drive | Four wheel drive |
| Engine power | 325 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Engine torque | 400 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm |
| Engine displacement | 2.7 l | 2.7 l |
| Engine configuration | V6 | Inline 4 |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel Capacity | 36.0 gal. | 24.0 gal. |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 6 |
Ford F-150 vs GMC Sierra 1500
Compare New Trucks: How the Beloved F-150 Rises Above the Sierra
Brawn and brains can, in fact, coexist in the half-ton pickup realm. The new Ford F-150 proves this. Wisconsinites can rely on the Ford F-150 for camping trips, lake days, long towing voyages, and the most demanding tasks. With a broad powertrain lineup, best-in-class capability ratings, advanced trailering technology, and exclusive features, the Ford F-150 does what rival trucks cannot. Allow us to demonstrate how the Ford F-150 stacks up against the GMC Sierra 1500, a chief competitor. Guests can compare new trucks for sale at Timber Ford of Hayward, home of America's best-selling pickup.
2026 Ford F-150 vs. 2026 GMC Sierra 1500
Performance
Truck performance is everything, and the F-150 excels in all key categories. Wisconsin truck shoppers benefit from more engine options and higher performance outputs with the F-150. The GMC Sierra 1500 offers the choice of four engines. The six Ford F-150 engines are engineered for the road less taken.
F-150 Raptor engines - either a High-Output EcoBoost® V6 engine rated for 450 horsepower or a supercharged V8 engine rated for 720 horsepower - offer more power for off-roading than the comparable Sierra 1500 AT4 and AT4X engines. The Duramax® Turbo-Diesel powerplant only outputs 305 horsepower.
Comparing V8 engine power? A Ford F-150 powered by the legendary 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine delivers 400 horsepower. The primary V8 engine for the GMC Sierra 1500 - a 5.3-liter unit - outputs 355 horsepower. A secondary V8 engine produces 420 horsepower, but only due to the 6.2-liter displacement. A TurboMax™-powered GMC Sierra 1500 delivers 310 horsepower. The F-150 produces 325 standard horsepower through its 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine, and the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine jumps to 400 horsepower. Truck buyers also have access to the exclusive 430-horsepower PowerBoost® Full-Hybrid V6 engine with the Ford F-150.
2026 Ford F-150
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Towing and Payload Capabilities
Truck owners appreciate the class-leading towing capability of the Ford F-150, which maxes out at 13,500 pounds, courtesy of the 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine. A diesel-powered GMC Sierra 1500 truck can pull trailers up to 13,300 pounds. Gas V8 towing tops out at 13,100 pounds.
Are you moving heavy materials around the farm or a job site? Trust the F-150 for the job, as the Ford truck boasts a best-in-class maximum payload rating of 2,440 pounds with the V6 engine. GMC Sierra 1500 trucks can handle payloads of 2,230 pounds. A V8-powered F-150 truck also tops that rating with a 2,235-pound payload capacity.
Technology
The Sierra 1500 offers over 40 inches of combined digital displays, but the large screens aren't standard. New Ford F-150 trucks come with a standard 12-inch center display and SYNC® 4 connectivity. A Sierra 1500 counters with Google built-in connectivity. Each truck offers a head-up display and a 12-inch digital cluster; the one in the F-150 is labeled a productivity screen. While the GMC Sierra 1500 offers a ProGrade® Trailering System, the Ford F-150 offers truck owners access to Pro Trailer Hitch Assist™ and Pro Trailer Backup Assist™.
Interior & Exterior
Each truck offers three cab options. The Sierra 1500 is available in Crew Cab, Double Cab, and Regular Cab styles. When you buy a new Ford F-150 from Timber Ford of Hayward, you have the choice of a SuperCrew®, Regular Cab, or SuperCab. Ford F-150 trucks offer a unique Interior Work Surface.
GMC Sierra 1500 trucks can feature a CarbonPro® composite bed. The F-150 Raptor has rugged all-terrain tires to counter the AT4 and AT4X models of the Sierra lineup. The F-150 Tremor, another off-road option, allows you to crawl with confidence with 33-inch tires.
Key Features
Both trucks offer hands-free towing capability on major Wisconsin highways. F-150 trucks can be equipped with BlueCruise, comparable to Super Cruise® in the GMC Sierra 1500. Pro Power Onboard™ is a unique Ford F-150 feature, giving truck owners access to 7.2 kW of usable electric power - perfect for miter saws, air compressors, and more. The GMC truck has no comparable feature.
The Sierra 1500 offers a six-function GMC MultiPro™ Tailgate. New Ford F-150 trucks counter with a Pro Access Tailgate that can swing out to a full 100 degrees. The Ford F-150 also offers Zone Lighting, so you can work before dawn or after dusk. Your F-150 can feature a Bang & Olufsen® Sound System. A Bose® Premium Series Sound System is seen in the GMC Sierra 1500, but not until the Denali Ultimate grade.
Trim Levels
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
- F-150 XL
- F-150 XLT
- F-150 Lariat
- F-150 King Ranch
- F-150 Platinum
- F-150 STX
- F-150 Tremor
- F-150 Raptor
GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
- Pro
- SLE
- Elevation
- SLT
- AT4
- AT4X
- Denali
- Denali Ultimate
Upgrade Your Work Truck to a New F-150 from Timber Ford of Hayward
From performance and capability to utility and trailering tech, the Ford F-150 sets the bar for other half-ton trucks to follow. Grab the keys to this best seller at your Wisconsin Ford truck dealer. Contact Timber Ford of Hayward to schedule your test drive in a new Ford F-150 today.
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