2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty vs. 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
In comparing the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty's and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. The 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD has the advantage in the areas of reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty's and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty is a better car than the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
Pricing: A used 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty ranges from $10,839 to $34,138 while a used 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD is priced between $13,000 to $35,000.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty loses 30.1 percent of its value and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD loses 31.2 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-250 Super Duty is 8.0 out of 10 while the GMC Sierra 2500HD's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-250 Super Duty being ranked 9 out of 9 Best Heavy Duty Trucks and the GMC Sierra 2500HD being ranked 5 out of 9.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-250 Super Duty is 7.7 out of 10. For the GMC Sierra 2500HD the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 2500HD a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-250 Super Duty.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty’s base engine makes 385 horsepower, and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD base engine makes 360 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty offers bed lengths of 81.8 and 98 inches, and the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD offers bed lengths of 78.8 and 97.8 inches.
Safety Ratings: The 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty has an average safety rating of 4.35 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
29065
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
32547
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
28800 - 49395
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
28800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
32547
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
28800 - 49395
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
22017
Price Range:
10839 - 34138
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
26610
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
20437 - 34973
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
23421
Price Range:
13000 - 35000
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
26610
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
20437 - 34973
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
63
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
167791
# Good or Great Deals:
19
Ford F-250 Super Duty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
7.3 / 10
GMC Sierra 2500HD Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.052740859320866
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 12.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8478701306262783
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 12.1
Ford F-250 Super Duty Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 9GMC Sierra 2500HD Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
81.8 inches, 98 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
78.8 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT
2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD Trim Levels
Denali, SLE, SLT, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.35 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
385 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12500 lbs
Max Payload:
4290 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
360 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
380 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
10200 lbs
Max Payload:
3431 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
68 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
65.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5886 lbs
Width:
104.9 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
227.6 inches
Wheelbase:
137 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6469 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
77.6 inches
Length:
225 inches
Wheelbase:
133.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R17E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Pale Adobe Metallic
Black
Black / Tuxedo Black Metallic
Blue
Dark Blue Pearl Metallic
Gray
Sterling Gray Metallic
Green
Forest Green Metallic / Green Gem Metallic
Red
Vermillion Red
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
White
Oxford White
Brown
Not available
Orange
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Carbon Black Metallic / Onyx Black
Blue
Arrival Blue / Blue / Blue Metallic / Indigo Blue / Midnight Blue Metallic
Gray
Gray Metallic / Light Autumnwood Metallic / Pewter / Stealth Gray Metallic / Steel Gray Metallic
Green
Green / Green Metallic / Woodland Green
Red
Dark Toreador Red / Fire Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Brown
Mocha Steel Metallic
Orange
Orange / Tangier Orange
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow / Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Steel Gray
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Titanium
