Compare 2018 Ford F-150 vs 2018 Ford F-250

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If you need a large pickup that can get the job done, you've likely considered the great trucks in Ford's lineup. The Ford F-150 is a heavy-duty pickup that's been refreshed for 2018; it's ranked as the best truck in its class by U.S. News and World Report. The F-250 is the entry-level truck in the Ford Super-Duty lineup, redesigned in 2016 to add new features that enhance comfort, precision, and control, along with a much lighter steel-framed aluminum body. Read on to determine whether the 2018 Ford F-150 or F-250 is best for your needs.

Performance and Handling

F-150 drivers can choose between a range of engine options: A 3.3-liter 290-hp V6 engine that provides 265 pound-feet of torque, a turbocharged V6 that offers 325 horses and 400 pound-feet of torque, a larger turbocharged V6 that pushes the envelope to provide 375 horses and 470 pound-feet of torque, a 5.0-liter V8 that gets you 395 hp and 400 pound-feet of torque, and an exclusive engine for the Raptor trim, a 450-hp turbocharged V6 that produces 510 pound-feet of torque.

The F-250 is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 producing 385 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. It's partnered with a heavy-duty SelectShift six-speed automatic transmission.

Both the 2018 Ford F-150 and F-250 come with standard rear-wheel drive and optional four-wheel drive. The F-150 boasts outstanding visibility and new larger wheels that provide a smooth ride. Both trucks can be equipped with features that improve handling and towing safety, including trailer sway control, dynamic hitch assist, trailer backup assist, and anti-lock brakes.

Towing and Hauling Capacity

The 2018 Ford F-150 has better towing and hauling capacities than every other full-size pickup- a 13,200-pound limit for towing when properly equipped and a 3,270-pound maximum payload. With the 2018 Ford F-250, you can tow up to 21,000 pounds with a conventional tow and 35,000 pounds with a gooseneck. It can haul up to 7,630 pounds.

Safety

Both trucks are available with advanced driver assistance safety features. In the Ford F-250, this includes adaptive cruise control, which adjusts your speed automatically even in traffic, along with collision warning, brake support, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot information system with cross-traffic alert, and a high-definition surround-view camera.

Although the Ford F-250 has not undergone industry crash testing, the 2018 Ford F-150 has received the highest crash test ratings in every category from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

The Ford F-150 was named the Motor Trend Truck of the Year and received the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award for the fourth year in a row. The Ford F-250 received Motor Trend's honor last year and this year. If you're still deciding between the 2018 Ford F-150 and Ford F-250, visit us today at Mountain View Ford. We'll be happy to answer all your questions and arrange your test drive.

MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at MSRP refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.

All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.