2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 GMC Sierra 1500
In comparing the 2021 Ford F-150's and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2021 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 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford F-150's and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 2021 Ford F-150 ranges from $34,597 to $61,974 while a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $37,499 to $56,998.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Ford F-150.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 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.
2021 Ford F-150 vs. 2021 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 2021 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 285 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 588 miles. This gives the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Ford F-150. The F-150 uses e85, regular unleaded, and the Sierra 1500 uses regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2021 Ford F-150 and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2021 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, 98.2 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2021 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:
34597 - 61974
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
37499 - 56998
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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13 out of / 17Available 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)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2021 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, Tremor, XL, XLT
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, Base, Denali, Elevation, Elevation Standard, SLE, SLT
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 / 60000 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:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1985 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7800 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 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:
4025 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4520 lbs
Width:
81.2 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.6 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17