The 2010 GMC Sierra vs. the 2010 Ford F150

Winnipeg is full of truck owners and you might find yourself wanting to be the next in line. If you have narrowed your choices down to the GMC Sierra and the Ford F150, you need to take a closer look at their specific details. Although they may be similar in some aspects, such as body style, transmission and being rear wheel drive, they have differences. Alone, these differences might not mean a lot, but combined, they can help you make a more informed decision before you purchase your truck.

If fuel economy is important to you, and it seems to be important to everyone, the GMC Sierra gets better fuel economy than the Ford F150. The Sierra gets 14.1L/100km in the city and 10.0L/100km on the highway. The F150 gets 14.4L/100km in the city and 10.4L/100km on the highway. The Sierra also has a bigger payload, at 888kg, compared to the F150 payload at 748kg. The Sierra even offers more front headroom and front hip room than the F150. The Sierra has chrome bumpers and the F150 has argent bumpers. This is a feature that some people find important.

The GMC Sierra has a 60-month/160,000km warranty for the powertrain and roadside assistance. The Ford F150 has a 60-month/100,000km warranty for the powertrain and roadside assistance. If you plan to use your truck both in and out of Winnipeg, you will probably put a lot of miles on it. The longer warranty could come in handy when it comes to paying for repairs. The Sierra also offers a standard OnStar package for emergency situations and navigation. The F150 does not have this option available as a standard feature.

Overall, the two trucks are fairly similar. But the minor differences add up to one thing – the GMC Sierra offers just a few more advantages than the Ford F150. You will have to make up your mind on your own. But if you are wanting the most bang for your buck, you need to take a long look at the Sierra. Some of the standard features could sway you in its direction.