1996 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1996 Ford F-150
When comparing the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 1996 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 1996 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 1996 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 is a better car than the 1996 Ford F-150.
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1996 Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $5,016 to $26,297 while a used 1996 Ford F-150 is priced between $3,476 to $29,580.
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1996 Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value and the 1996 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1996 Ford F-150.
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1996 Ford F-150 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Ford F-150's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the GMC Sierra 1500 is ranked 13 and the Ford F-150 is ranked 7.
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1996 Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Ford F-150 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-150.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 1996 Ford F-150 base engine makes 145 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 612 miles. This gives the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1996 Ford F-150. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 1996 Ford F-150 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 1996 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 1996 GMC Sierra 1500, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.31 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5016 - 26297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3476 - 29580
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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13 out of / 17Ford F-150 Rankings
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15 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLT, Special
1996 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
Eddie Bauer, Special, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 3400 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7500 lbs
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
544 / 714 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
476 / 612 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.8 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:
Not yet available
Width:
Not yet available
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
194.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3886 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
197.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
Not yet available