If you’re in the market for a pickup truck, you might not know which works best for your needs. Ford’s F-series line of pickup trucks is the best-selling pickup in the country for more than four decades. The F-150 is a light-duty pickup, while the three-quarter-ton F-250 Super Duty is heavier than the half-ton F-150. Use this guide to help you determine if either the 2020 Ford F-150 or the F-250 is a better choice for you.
Engine
The entire F-series of trucks are known for their powerful engines, but you have several options with both the F-150 and F-250. The F-150 has an engine that suits almost any owner. The base 3.3-liter V-6 engine produces 290 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. Other options include a 2.7-liter turbocharged V-6, a 5.0-liter V-8, a 3.5-liter turbocharged V-6, and a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel engine. All engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission except for the base engine, which features a six-speed automatic transmission.
With the F-250 Super Duty, this larger and heavier vehicle has three engine choices: the standard 6.2-liter V-8 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, a 6.7-liter turbodiesel, and a 7.3-liter V-8. The latter two are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Exterior
Both vehicles look similar on the outside due to their aluminum-alloy body and steel frame, and they offer three similar cab styles. The F-150 features a short, standard, or longer truck bed, while the F-250 only comes with a standard truck bed design. Also, F-150 drivers can opt for 22-inch wheels that you cannot find on the F-250. Since the F-250 is the larger of the two vehicles, it has a bigger front end and redesigned front bumper to help funnel more air to cool down the powertrain. Also, this vehicle has recently restyled front and rear taillights.
Towing and Hauling
The performance of your F-150 depends upon the engine you have. The standard engine can tow a maximum of 7,700 pounds and carry a maximum payload of 1,990 pounds. The top-of-the-line engine can tow a maximum of 13,200 pounds and carry a payload of 3,320 pounds. Each one of the F-150’s trims has an independent front suspension system.
The Super Duty has larger engines, so you can expect greater towing and payload capabilities. The base engine has a maximum towing capacity of 15,850 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 7,850 pounds. The 6.7-liter diesel engine can tow up to a class-leading 37,000 pounds for gooseneck trailers. You also gain additional towing capabilities thanks to a fifth-wheel hitch.
Finding the best pickup truck that suits your needs can feel overwhelming, but if you know approximately how much you plan to tow and haul, you can narrow down your options. To get behind the wheel of a Ford F-150 or F-250, contact the professionals at Buster Miles Ford, Inc. They can answer any questions you might have and help you drive off in one of these Ford vehicles today.
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