2013 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
In comparing the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2013 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. The 2013 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. Based on this comparison of the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 2013 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $11,465 to $25,899 while a used 2013 Ford F-150 is priced between $10,994 to $27,994.
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value and the 2013 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2013 Ford F-150.
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2013 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.
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 2013 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 2013 GMC Sierra 1500’s base engine makes 195 horsepower, and the 2013 Ford F-150 base engine makes 302 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles.This gives the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2013 Ford F-150 the advantage in maximum range. The Sierra 1500 uses gasoline, and the F-150 uses ethanol, gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2013 Ford F-150 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.3, 78.7, and 97.8 inches, and the 2013 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67, 67.4, 78.6, 78.8, 97.4 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2013 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2013 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:
11465 - 25899
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10994 - 27994
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
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.3 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67 inches, 67.4 inches, 78.6 inches, 78.8 inches, 97.4 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE, SLT, Work Truck
2013 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
FX2, FX4, King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, STX, SVT Raptor, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4800 lbs
Max Payload:
1940 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Max Payload:
1710 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
442 / 598 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
41.5 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.6 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:
82.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4460 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
205.6 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4685 lbs
Width:
97 inches
Height:
74.8 inches
Length:
213.2 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R17