2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 | Ellsworth, WI
Tow heavy loads and go off road with gusto when you choose either a 2023 Ford F-150 or 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The F-150 can tow up to 14,000 pounds, while the Sierra 1500 is equipped to tow a maximum of 13,000 pounds. The F-150 also boasts a unique full hybrid engine designed to improve your truck’s fuel efficiency. Learn more by reading through this 2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 comparison crafted by the team at Ellsworth Ford.
Interested in the 2023 Ford F-150? View the new Ford F-150 for sale in Ellsworth, WI, then pair your favorite model with a finance or lease offer. If you have any questions, you can give us a call at (715) 273-4319 or message us through our contact form.
The 2023 Ford F-150 starts at $33,695 MSRP, while the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 has a starting MSRP of $38,995.
2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Take on rough terrain in either the 2023 Ford F-150 or 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The F-150 offers a choice between seven different engines, while the Sierra 1500 can be equipped with one of four engines. All seven F-150 engines and most Sierra 1500 engines come paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The one exception is the Sierra 1500 2.7L turbo engine, which is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Your F-150 model’s performance over different kinds of terrain is dependent on the selectable drive mode you switch to. These selectable drive modes include: Normal, ECO, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Trail, Deep Snow/Sand, Mud/Ruts, and Rock Crawl.
Learn more about F-150 and Sierra 1500 engine specs by reading through the accompanying tables.
2023 Ford F-150
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | MPG (city/hwy) | Towing Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 | 430 HP | 570 lb.-ft. | 25/25 | 12,700 lbs. |
| 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 | 400 HP | 500 lb.-ft. | 18/24 | 14,000 lbs. |
| 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 325 HP | 400 lb.-ft. | 20/26 | 10,100 lbs. |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 400 HP | 410 lb.-ft. | 17/24 | 13,000 lbs. |
| 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 | 290 HP | 265 lb.-ft. | 19/24 | 8,200 lbs. |
| High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost | 450 HP | 510 lb.-ft. | 15/18 | 8,200 lbs. |
| High-Output 5.2L Supercharged V8 | 700 HP | 640 lb.-ft. | N/A | 8,200 lbs. |
2023 GMC Sierra 1500
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque | MPG (city/hwy) | Towing Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L turbo high-output | 310 HP | 430 lb.-ft. | 19/22 | 9,400 lbs. |
| 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 355 HP | 383 lb.-ft. | 16/21 | 11,200 lbs. |
| 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel | 305 HP | 495 lb.-ft. | 24/29 | 13,000 lbs. |
| 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 | 420 HP | 460 lb.-ft. | 15/19 | 13,000 lbs. |
2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Exterior Design
Stand out from the crowd with the distinctive profile of a 2023 Ford F-150 or 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. Both offer wheels that range in size from 17 to 22 inches. You’ll also find your tailgate is easy to access with power tailgate functionality on the F-150 and EZ Lift assist, power lock, and release on the Sierra 1500. You’ll also find a class-exclusive mobile generator on the F-150 engineered to make charging your tools a simple task. Other available 2023 Ford F-150 exterior features include:
- Onboard scales with smart hitch
- Power-deployable running boards
- Tailgate step with tailgate work surface
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- LED box lighting
- LED headlamps, fog lamps, and tail lamps
- Pro Power Onboard™ mobile generator
2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Interior Design & Technology
Take on the world from the comfort of your cabin when you choose a 2023 Ford F-150 or 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. Both offer available hands-free driver assistance technologies that allow for some hands-free driving on select highways in North America. This feature is called Ford BlueCruise™ on the F-150 and Super Cruise™ on the Sierra 1500. The F-150 also has available fatigue-reducing Active Motion® front seats, while the Sierra 1500 offers ten-way power front seats. Other available 2023 Ford F-150 interior and technology features include:
Interior:
- Interior laptop-sized work surface with stow-away shifter
- Center flow-through console
- Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
- Ambient lighting
Technology:
- 12-in. digital productivity screen
- Delayed accessory power
- 12-in. SYNC® 4 infotainment system with enhanced voice recognition
- 18-speaker B&O® Unleashed Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®
2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Size & Cargo Space
The 2023 Ford F-150 and 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 can seat three passengers in their smallest cab or six in their larger cabs. View F-150 and Sierra 1500 dimensions in the following table.
| 2023 Model | Cab Style | Passenger Capacity | Bed Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | Regular Cab Super Cab SuperCrew® |
Three Six Six |
78.9 in. or 97.6 in. 78.9 in. or 97.6 in. 67.1 in. or 78.9 in. |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | Regular Cab Double Cab Crew Cab |
Three Six Six |
79.44 or 98.2 in. 79.44 in. 69.92 or 79.44 in. |
2023 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Safety Options & Features
Protect your crew with 2023 Ford F-150 and GMC Sierra 1500 driver assistance features included with their respective safety suites. You’ll also find that the Ford BlueCruise hands-free technology discussed earlier works with features like stop-and-go, lane centering, and speed sign recognition. Other driver assistance features offered with both trucks include:
2023 Ford F-150
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology
- Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking
- Lane keeping system
- Auto high-beam headlamps
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) with trailer coverage
- Rear view camera with dynamic hitch assist
- Intelligent adaptive cruise control
GMC Sierra 1500
- GMC Pro Safety
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
- Forward collision alert
- Front pedestrian braking
- Following distance indicator
- IntelliBeam® auto high beam
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 | Ellsworth, WI
Engineered for life on all types of terrain, both the 2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 are rugged and capable trucks. Whether you need a truck to haul large objects in your truck bed, for off-roading purposes, or just because you like the look of a classic pickup, you’ll find what you need in either the 2021 F-150 or 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. Below, the Ellsworth Ford team has put together a F-150 vs. Sierra 1500 comparison for your research.
For this comparison, we matched the 2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch®, with a starting MSRP of $56,015, against the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT, which starts at $49,195 MSRP.
If you’re interested in researching the F-150 further, be sure to take a look at a Ford F-150 for sale in Ellsworth, WI, then match your favorite model with a finance or lease offer. If you have any questions, please direct them to our team at (715) 941-4047.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Exterior Design
Both the 2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 have rugged silhouettes that draw the eye. You’ll find LED fog lamps and headlamps on both, ideal for illuminating drives in the dark. Both are also outfitted with 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, styled with Magnetic-painted pockets and King Ranch wheel ornament on the F-150 and Dark Grey Metallic accents
on the Sierra 1500. Other F-150 exterior features include:
- Chrome two-bar grille with chrome surround and Caribou mesh insert
- Stone Gray angular step bar
- Power-folding side mirrors with turn signal, memory, auto-dimming, high-intensity LED security approach lamps, spotlights, and body color skull caps
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Interior Design & Technology
Embrace premier features in the 2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. You’ll find luxe heated leather-wrapped steering wheels on both pickups, perfect for gripping after a long day on the jobsite. While the Sierra 1500 features an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, the Ford F-150 brings its A game with a 12-inch touchscreen. View more 2021 F-150 interior and technology features in the following list.
- Leather shifter knob
- B&O® sound system by Bang and Olufsen with eight speakers
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column with memory
- SYNC® 4
- 12-in. LCD capacitive touchscreen
- Swipe capability
- Enhanced voice recognition
- Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
- Rear heated seats
- Wireless charging
- Genuine wood interior trim accents
- HD Radio™
- Universal garage door opener
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Energize your day on the job with the powertrain under the hood of either the 2021 Ford F-150 or 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. Both can be equipped with either two-wheel drive (2WD) or four-wheel drive (4WD), depending on the types of terrain and weather that you expect to drive through the most. Other 2021 F-150 and 2021 Sierra 1500 performance specs include:
| Ford F-150 | 2021 Truck Models | GMC Sierra 1500 |
| 5.0L V8 | Engine | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 |
| 400 HP | Horsepower | 355 HP |
| 410 lb.-ft. | Torque | 383 lb.-ft. |
| Ten-speed automatic | Transmission | Eight-speed automatic |
| 13,000 lbs. | Towing Capacity | 11,200 lbs. |
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Size & Cargo Space
Both the 2021 Ford F-150 and 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 are spacious pickup trucks equipped to handle large loads. Both trucks can seat up to six passengers in the SuperCrew® cab on the F-150 and Crew Cab on the Sierra 1500. The F-150 King Ranch model’s longest box stretches 78.9 inches, while the Sierra 1500 has a length of 79.44 inches with its longest box.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. GMC Sierra 1500 Safety Options & Features
Protect your crew in either the 2021 Ford F-150 or 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. Both are paired with driver assistance features that focus on backing up and hitching your trailer. This system is known as Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ on the F-150 and rear vision camera with hitch guidance and hitch view on the Sierra 1500. Other F-150 driver assist safety features include:
Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) with trailer coverage
- Active Park Assist 2.0
- Lane keeping system
- Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking
- Intelligent adaptive cruise control
- Hill Descent Control™
- Intersection assist
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