2021 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Ram 1500 vs. Ford F-150 in Washington, MO
If you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you’ve probably come across the GMC Sierra 1500, Ram 1500, and Ford F-150. All are highly acclaimed in the market, but what differentiates them? Our team at Modern Auto Company in Washington, MO, put together the following guide to help you decide which model is best for you. Keep reading to learn more. If you have any questions, give us a call at 636-266-4131 or send us a message.
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Engine Specs & Options
The power of choice is yours when you drive a Sierra 1500, Ram 1500, or Ford F-150. Each model comes with six engine choices, which allows you to equip your desired model with an engine that caters to your exact needs. Take a look at the table below to learn more about the engines and their specifications.
*Engine ratings based on various factors. See dealership for more information
2021 GMC Sierra 1500
Duramax® 3.0L turbo-diesel engine
- 277 HP
- 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- 9,300 lbs. max towing capacity
6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine with DFM
- 420 HP
- 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- 11,800 lbs. max towing
5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with DFM
- 355 HP
- 383 lb.-ft. of torque
- 11,200 lbs. max towing capacity
4.3L EcoTec3 V6
- 285 HP
- 305 lb.-ft. of torque
- 7,900 lbs. max towing capacity
2.7L turbo with AFM
- 310 HP
- 348 lb.-ft. of torque
- 9,200 lbs. max towing capacity
2021 Ford F-150
3.3L Ti-VCT V6 FFV
- 290 HP
- 265 lb.-ft. of torque
- 8,200 lbs. max. towing capacity
2.7L EcoBoost V8
- 325 HP
- 400 lb.-ft. of torque
- 10,100 lbs. max. towing
5.0L Ti-VCT V8
- 400 HP
- 410 lb.-ft. of torque
- 13,000 lbs. max. towing capacity
3.0L Power Stroke® V6
- 250 HP
- 440 lb.-ft. of torque
- 12,100 lbs. max. towing capacity
3.5L EcoBoost V6
- 400 HP
- 500 lb.-ft. of torque
- 14,000 lbs. max. towing capacity
3.5L PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6
- 430 HP
- 570 lb.-ft. of torque
- 12,700 lbs. max. towing capacity
2021 Ram 1500
3.6L Pentastar® V6
- 305 HP
- 269 lb.-ft. of torque
- 7,730 lbs. max. towing capacity
5.7L HEMI® V8
- 395 HP
- 410 lb.-ft. of torque
- 11,610 lbs. max. towing capacity
3.0L EcoDiesel V6
- 260 HP
- 480 lb.-ft. of torque
- 12,560 lbs. max. towing capacity
Supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8
- 702 HP
- 650 lb.-ft. of torque
- 8,100 lbs. max. towing capacity
Performance Overview
Below, you’ll find key features of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Ram 1500, and the 2021 Ford F-150.
GMC Sierra 1500
- Class-leading front head and leg room
- MultiPro™ tailgate with six functions
- GMC infotainment system with 7- or 8-in. touchscreen display
- Driver assistance technology
2021 Ford F-150
- 12-in. touchscreen display
- 9.2-in. digital rear view mirror
- Driver assistance technology
- New Ram 1500 TRX trim
2021 Ram 1500
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology
- 8-in. touchscreen display
- FordPass Connect™ with 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot
- Interior workspace
- Pro Power Onboard™
Towing & Payload Capabilities
Check out the following table to see the towing and payload capacities of each model.
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 |
2021 Ford F-150 |
2021 Ram 1500 |
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Towing: 11,800 lbs. |
Towing: 14,000 lbs. |
Towing: 14,000 lbs. |
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Payload: 2,2850 lbs. |
Payload: 3,325 lbs. |
Payload: 3,325 lbs. |
Cab & Bed Options
The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and F-150 have three cab options, and the Ram 1500 only has two. The two Ram cab options are both larger five- or six-seat configurations, whereas the Sierra 1500 and F-150 have three, five, and six-seat options. If you’re looking to maximize comfort, choose the GMC Sierra Crew Cab, as it receives class-leading front head and leg room.
Similarly, the GMC and Ford trucks offer three bed options, and Ram offers two. Ram offers only a 5-foot-7 or 6-foot-4 bed; Ford F-150 offers a 5-foot-5, 6-foot-6, or 8-foot bed options; but you’ll find you can maximize bed space with any Sierra 1500 bed option, which includes 5-foot-8, 6-foot-7, and 8-foot-2 bed options. The Sierra 1500 also has 12 standard tie-down cleats in the bed.
Interior Features & Technology
Each truck is expertly crafted with a plethora of comfort, convenience, tech, and safety features. The Sierra 1500, Ford F-150, and Ram 1500 have many similarities, such as standard smartphone connectivity, heated amenities, and plentiful storage compartments throughout. Key features of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 include:
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated second row seats
- Keyless open and remote start
- Rear seatback and under-seat storage
- Wireless charging pad
- Bose® premium seven-speaker sound system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- 15-in. digital head-up display
- Hitch guidance
- Jackknife alert
- Rear side view
- Trailer length indicator
- Adaptive cruise control
- Front and rear park assist
- Front pedestrian braking
- Lane change alert with side blind zone alert
- Rear cross traffic alert
Exterior Design & Features
Equipped with a high-strength steel frame, all three models boast handsomely rugged exteriors. The Sierra 1500, Ram 1500, and Ford F-150 all have many similar exterior features: 17-, 18-, 20-, and 22-in. wheel options; power liftgates; LED lighting groups; and heated power side mirrors.
- CornerStep rear bumper
- Six-function MultiPro™ tailgate
- 100-watt MultiPro audio system by Kicker®
Lease or Finance Your GMC Sierra 1500
in Washington, MO, Today
Ready to get behind the wheel behind the rugged 2021 GMC Sierra 1500? Find your desired trim in our inventory, then pair it with one of our available lease and finance offers offers. Give us a call at 636-266-4131 or send us a message.