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Ford F-150 vs Chevy Silverado vs GMC Sierra 1500

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As you start shopping for a truck, you’ll want to ask yourself what you need and consider several options, three of which should be the 2021 Ford F-150, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. Each one of these trucks would make a great addition to your garage in the Indianapolis, Plainfield, or Bloomington, IN, areas. 

With this helpful outline, we want to show you the attributes and differences in these three ultra-popular models. Each of them is offered with several choices to truly customize your vehicle and meet your requirements. At Andy Mohr Automotive, we want the decision for your new truck to be well-informed, so we’re here to help with this Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado vs. GMC Sierra comparison. 


F-150 vs Silverado vs Sierra 1500: Engines and MPG

Silverado

When you purchase a truck, you likely do so with the plan to tow or carry things in the bed. To do so, you need serious power under the hood. With the F-150, you’ll have a standard 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 engine.

The 2021 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 each come with a 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine. Though, there are also many different engine configurations available for all three trucks that offer the perfect combination for your needs.

Certainly, the allure of a truck is additional space, but can a larger vehicle sustain impressive gas mileage? With these three trucks, the answer is: absolutely, yes.

The Ford F-150 achieves an EPA-estimated 25 city and 26 highway MPG, while the Chevy Silverado 1500 offers up an EPA-estimated 23 city and 33 highway MPG. As for the GMC Sierra 1500, it gets an EPA-estimated 20 city and 23 highway MPG. Your trips don’t have to be cut short by stops at the gas station with any of these trucks.


Ford vs GMC vs Chevy Towing Capacity 

Towing Capacity

Another attractive feature of light-duty trucks is their ability to tow your favorite belongings, so these three options must have the power to do it. With the entry-level models of each, you’ll encounter an impressive amount of pulling force.

The base-level F-150 pushes out 290 horsepower, while the Silverado and Sierra entry-level models will both produce 285 horsepower. When you start thinking about all the things your new truck is going to be able to tow, it’s quite an exciting experience.

With the F-150, you’ll have a max towing capacity of 14,000 pounds, depending on how the truck is equipped. The Silverado can reach up to 13,300 pounds and the Sierra offers 11,800 pounds of maximum towing capacity, depending on your chosen trim level. Whether you’re towing a boat, trailer, or camper, it doesn’t matter—your truck can tow it with ease.  


Special Features 

In modern vehicles, it’s all about the features that make life a little bit better or a bit easier, and these trucks have both.

That’s why you’ll have a rear-view camera featured as standard equipment on the F-150, the Silverado, and the Sierra. This feature allows you to easily hook up your trailer or other equipment to the back of your truck and allows you to see any obstacles in your path as you’re reversing. 

These vehicles are also highly capable—with three cargo box options each, you’ll have plenty of space for all your gear in the back:

 

2021 Ford F-150

2021 Chevy Silverado 1500

2021 GMC Sierra 1500

Maximum Cargo Box Volume

77.4 cu ft

89.1 cu ft

89.1 cu ft

Middle Cargo Box Volume

62.3 cu ft

71.7 cu ft

71.7 cu ft

Minimum Cargo Box Volume

52.8 cu ft

62.9 cu ft

62.9 cu ft

Each of these trucks also has a productivity screen or driver-information center in the dash by the speedometer. From this display, drivers will have easy access to essential driver information. You’ll be able to keep track of the tire pressure, gas mileage, and any illuminated warning lights right in your field of vision.


Should I Buy the Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, or F-150?

When coming from the Indianapolis, Plainfield, or Bloomington, Indiana, areas to look at your new truck, we understand you’re excited about the many attributes associated with these vehicles. Each truck offers impressive power, exceptional towing capacity, and a bevy of convenience features that will make your life easier, but each one is also unique.

Which one will you choose? Come test drive with us today at Andy Mohr Automotive and figure out which one is right for you!


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