Ford F-150 vs. Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford F-150 and Ford F-150 SVT Lightning 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 Ford F-150 and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning.
When comparing the Ford F-150's and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ford F-150 SVT Lightning has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150's and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 is a better car than the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning.
Pricing: A used 2004 Ford F-150 ranges from $4,499 to $12,992 while a used 2004 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning is priced between $16,990 to $42,219.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford F-150’s base engine makes 231 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning base engine makes 380 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The F-150 SVT Lightning is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. This gives the Ford F-150 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning is available in a Regular Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67, 78.8, and 97.4 inches, and the Ford F-150 SVT Lightning offers a bed length of 78.8 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Ford F-150 has an average safety rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$24,760
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$16,495 - $40,755
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,830
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,276
Price Range:
$4,499 - $12,992
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$10,043
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$8,264 - $16,693
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
184,453
# Good or Great Deals:
24
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$32,418
Price Range:
$16,990 - $42,219
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
63,403
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Ford F-150 SVT Lightning Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford F-150
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 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
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:
4.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 6.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Ford F-150 Rankings
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Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
67 inches, 78.8 inches, 97.4 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
78.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
FX4, Lariat, STX, XL, XLT
Ford F-150 SVT Lightning Trim Levels
Base
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
231 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
293 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8400 lbs
Max Payload:
1840 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
450 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1400 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 15 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.5 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:
40.8 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4788 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
211.5 inches
Wheelbase:
125.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4670 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
70.9 inches
Length:
208 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P295/45ZR18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Arizona Beige Clearcoat Metallic
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Medium Wedgewood Blue Clearcoat / True Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Dark Shadow Grey Clearcoat Metallic / Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Aspen Green Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Bright Red Clearcoat / Dark Toreador Red Clearcoat Metallic
White
Oxford White Clearcoat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Sonic Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Dark Shadow Grey Clearcoat
Green
Not available
Red
Bright Red Clearcoat
White
Oxford White Clearcoat
Silver
Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Gray
Medium Flint
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Gray
Medium Graphite
