The New 2021 Ford F-150 vs The Competition | Santa Margarita Ford
F-150 vs The Competition
| Advantages | 2020 Ford F-150 XLT | 2020 Chevy Silverado LT | 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn | 2020 Toyota Tundra SR5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower / Torque | 290 / 265 (standard) 325 / 400 (optional) 395 / 400 (optional) 375 / 470 (optional) |
285 / 305 (standard) 355 / 383 (optional) 310 / 348 (optional) 277 / 460 (optional) |
305 / 269 (standard) 395 / 410 (optional) 260 / 480 (optional) |
381 / 401 |
| Payload (lbs) | 1990 | 2070 | 1910 | 1560 |
| Maximum Towing Capacity (lbs) | 12,000 | 11,500 | 11,290 | 10,100 |
| Estimated Combined (MPG) | 20 | 18 | 21 | 15 |
Performance
Tough Performance To Follow
Whether you drive it for work or recreation, F-150 offers the performance you need with its potent six-engine lineup. Naturally aspirated gas powerplants with advanced twin independent variable cam timing. Turbocharged and port-fuel/direct-injected (PFDI) gas EcoBoost® V6 engines. And the 3.0L Power Stroke® V6 Turbo Diesel.
3.5L EcoBoost®
The 3.5L EcoBoost® with 10-speed transmission boasts impressive power ratings of 375 horsepower and best-in-class 470 lb.-ft. of gas torque. This engine delivers up to 13,200 lbs. available towing too. Features include the Ford port-fuel and direct-injection (PFDI) system with two injectors per cylinder — one in the air intake port, another inside the cylinder — to increase performance. Plus twin intercooled turbos for on-demand power with virtually no lag.
Capability
Capability For Work Or Play
F-150 outperforms every other truck in its class when hauling cargo in the bed. * F-150 isahead when it comes to making your life easy as well, with features available on noother half-ton pickup,* the innovative available Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ amongthem. The Ford F-150 makes tough tasks look easy, whether you’re working on the jobor heading out on a weekend of recreation.
Impressive Towing Capabilities
The available second-generation 3.5L EcoBoost​®​ twin-turbo V6, at 375 horsepower and 470lb-ft. of torque, has an available conventional tow rating of 13,200 lbs.
Smart Towing Features
F-150 provides trailer sway control as a feature of the AdvanceTrac​®​ with RSC​®​ (RollStability Control​™​) system. Standard as well is a smart trailer tow connector that alertsto connectivity issues, lighting and battery problems. And you have these availablefeatures that make the task of towing easier:
- Pro Trailer Backup Assist​™​ — synchronize truck and trailer while backing up*
- Dynamic hitch assist with line-of-sight guide — direct the hitch to the trailerreceiver
- 8-inch productivity screen — trailer information
- Factory-installed trailer brake controller — synchronize truck and trailer brakes
- BLIS​®​ (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage* — alerts when avehicle is in your blind spot or alongside the trailer
Best-In-Class Payload
Reducing weight is an effective way to increase payload. And that’s a huge benefit of theF-150 body and bed built of lightweight, high-strength, military-grade aluminum alloy.What results is an available best-in-class* payload rating in F-150 models powered bythe legendary Ford 5.0L V8. The 5.0L features the Ford port-fuel and direct-injection(PFDI) system with two injectors per cylinder — one in the air intake port, another insidethe cylinder — to improve power and efficiency. Impressive power ratings are 395horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque.
Disclaimers
*​Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8’ box, 5.0L, 4×2, Heavy-Duty Payload Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under8,500 lbs. GVWR. F-150 Platinum, SuperCrew®, 5.5’ box, 5.0L, 4×4 shown. See label on door jamb for carrying capacity of aspecific vehicle.
*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew® , 6.5’ box, 3.5L EcoBoost® , 4×2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. F-150 LARIAT, SuperCrew, 5.5’box, 3.5L EcoBoost, 4×4 shown. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgmentand need to control the vehicle.
*Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8’ box, 5.0L, 4×2, Heavy Duty Payload Pkg. Not shown. F-150 XLT, SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box,4×4 shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR. See label on door jamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle.