GMC Sierra 3500 vs. Ford F-150
When we compare the GMC Sierra 3500's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 3500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Ford F-150 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the GMC Sierra 3500's and the Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
GMC Sierra 3500 vs. Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 ranges from $14,215 to $35,615 while a used 2006 Ford F-150 is priced between $4,986 to $14,260.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Sierra 3500’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Ford F-150 base engine makes 202 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The GMC Sierra 3500 and Ford F-150 are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the GMC Sierra 3500 and the Ford F-150 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The GMC Sierra 3500 offers a bed length of 97.6 inches, and the Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 66, 67, 78, 78.8, 97.4 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford F-150 has an average safety rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14215 - 35615
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4986 - 14260
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
GMC Sierra 3500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
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 3500 Rankings
Not yet available
Ford F-150 Rankings
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2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
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7 out of / 11Ranking
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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)
97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
66 inches, 67 inches, 78 inches, 78.8 inches, 97.4 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
GMC Sierra 3500 Trim Levels
SL1, SLE1, SLE2, SLT, Work Truck
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
FX4, Harley-Davidson, King Ranch, Lariat, STX, 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):
Not yet available
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:
300 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
360 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12000 lbs
Max Payload:
4658 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
202 hp @ 4350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2400 lbs
Max Payload:
1830 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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 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:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4942 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
224.5 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4615 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
73.5 inches
Length:
211.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT265/75R16E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/70R17