2020 Ford F-350 vs GMC Sierra 3500 HD
To move heavy-duty loads, you need heavy-duty trucks like the 2020 Ford F-350 and GMC Sierra 3500HD. Both options are supremely capable, but which one gives you more of what you want in a workhorse? LaFayette Ford’s comparison guide looks into this question.
Max Towing & Hauling: 2020 Ford F-350
For the absolute most in towing and hauling power, the F-350 is at your service. Depending on equipment and body style, this particular Ford Super Duty truck can tow up to 35,750 pounds. You can also load up the truck bed with some seriously heavy gear. Max payloads reach 7,850 pounds.
The GMC Sierra 3500HD is almost—though not quite—as powerful. Properly equipped, this heavy-duty pickup can tow max loads of 35,000 pounds. Payload ratings reach 7,442 pounds.
Heavy-Duty Performance: 2020 Ford F-350
Thanks in part to its cutting-edge aluminum body parts, the F-350 is particularly easy to handle. Its lighter body also means improved fuel economy, helping you transport heavy-duty weight with maximum efficiency.
Without the benefits of aluminum body panels, the GMC Sierra 3500HD feels more rough and ready on the road. Like the F-350, though, this heavy-duty pickup is big on power, moving heavy loads with steady determination.
Useful Features: It’s a Tie!
Both the 2020 GMC Sierra 3500HD and the Ford F-350 will help you get through any workday. The GMC Sierra 3500HD’s MultiPro tailgate can be configured six different ways, helping you load, haul, and work with maximum efficiency. Add the optional ProGrade Trailering system for 15 separate camera views, including one that shows you what’s behind your trailer. Needless to say that all of this extra visibility helps you maneuver this Sierra truck through crowded streets with greater safety.
The 2020 Ford F-350 is also big on utility. With the FordPass installed on your phone, you can lock, unlock, or fire up this truck’s engine remotely. Ford also helps you keep tabs on what’s behind your trailer—among other things—with its Ultimate Trailer Tow camera system. The system includes trailer backup assist, a class-exclusive feature that gives you the power to guide your trailer in the desired direction.
Interior Comfort and On-Road Civility: 2020 Ford F-350
Here, the F-350 takes a significant lead. With six trim models on offer, heavy-duty drivers can shop for the level of luxury and style that they crave. Gone are the days when trucks in this segment were mainly utilitarian. These modern Ford Super Duty trucks add a splash of the good life, with options that include rich leather upholstery, handsome wood trim, and comfy heated seats with massage settings.
In terms of interior comfort, the GMC Sierra 3500HD seems a step behind. While the F-350 is big on luxury options, the Sierra 3500HD could stand to put more emphasis on modern design and ride comfort.
The 2020 GMC Sierra 3500HD might be more impressive than ever, but the 2020 Ford F-350 still dominates the segment. Ford’s heavy-duty truck is extra capable, easier to handle, and offers more in the way of creature comforts.
To check out this Ford Super Duty pickup, visit us at LaFayette Ford. As your friendly Fayetteville, North Carolina dealer, we’ll introduce you to this heavy-duty truck and help you figure out how best to configure yours.