1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500
In comparing the 1998 Ford F-150's and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, overall quality score and base engine power. The 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Ford F-150's and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 1998 Ford F-150 ranges from $2,996 to $13,976 while a used 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $4,361 to $30,663.
1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1998 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value. This means the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1998 Ford F-150.
1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the GMC Sierra 1500's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the Ford F-150 is ranked 7 and the GMC Sierra 1500 is ranked 13.
1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the GMC Sierra 1500 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 1998 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. This gives the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Ford F-150. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1998 Ford F-150 and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 1998 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 1998 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:
2996 - 13976
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4361 - 30663
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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15 out of / 19GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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13 out of / 17Available 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
Gasoline, Propane
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1998 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
Base, Lariat, XL, XLT
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLT, Special
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):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7500 lbs
Max Payload:
1670 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Max Payload:
2231 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
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):
350 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
400 / 525 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:
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
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:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 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:
3880 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
72.7 inches
Length:
202.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3869 lbs
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
194.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
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:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available