2021 Ford F-150 Comparison

It’s a Match Up

The Ford F-150 has long been a household name thanks to its lifelong reputation of getting the job done. The 2021 Ford F-150 lives up to its reputation, leading the way in capability, efficiency, technology, and luxury and setting the bar for all the other trucks who have hopes of getting the job done. However, where there’s greatness, there’s also envy, and today we have two envious trucks, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the 2021 RAM 1500 trying to steal some of the F-150’s shine. Dive in with us as we put these three trucks in the ring, and see which one comes out on top. To test drive the 2021 Ford F-150 and discover its amenities in person, make your way down to Zeigler Ford Plainwell.

Handsome Looks Inside and Out

Outside, the 2021 Ford F-150 cloaks itself in sophisticated style, perfectly incorporating its brilliant LED headlights and its sleek grille. Bold yet comfortable in its styling, the 2021 F-150 features strong edges that employ seamless transitions. The result is a bold truck that’s seated comfortably in its skin, never having to try too hard to stand out.

Inside, the 2021 Ford F-150 features available first-class luxuries and comfort that transforms the cabin into your office on wheels. Featuring an available work surface, and enough storage for laptops, tablets, and tools, your office has never been more comfortable. Add in available leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an expansive moonroof, you’ll never want to get out of the 2021 F-150.

The 2021 Chevy Silverado has been taking notes, as it looks strikingly similar to the 2021 F-150. Featuring a split horizontal grille along with a sleek set of headlights to match, the 2021 Silverado looks as if it cheated on the style test. Going for added style points, the Silverado features more dramatic transitions and contours. These dramatic contrasts look as if they could be weak points in the Silverado’s design, and fail to recreate the strong presence of the F-150.

Hop inside the 2021 Silverado and you may find yourself underwhelmed. Nevertheless, it features all the essentials, including seating for five, available dual-zone automatic climate control. However, don’t expect its cabin to be as functional and intuitively crafted around you as the 2021 F-150.

Moving on to the 2021 RAM 1500, it certainly goes for broke, putting on the most jewelry and contours as possible to take your attention away from the F-150. Choosing a more streamlined look rather than the rugged structure of the F-150, the RAM 1500 looks like it's afraid to get dirty.

Climb aboard the 2021 RAM 1500 and you’ll notice the pattern that it tries too hard. Inside you’ll find an array of buttons and screens, however, this sensory overload could lead to a confusing experience. Driving and need to turn on the rear defroster? Good luck keeping your attention on the road and finding the button you need.

More than Capable Power

Under the hood of the 2021 Ford F-150 are six available engines, including the beloved 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 that generates 400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. The base engine serves as a 3.3-liter V6 engine that packs a bunch at 290 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 10- speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, power is transferred to the rear wheels and is always on tap.

Get in the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado and its base engine serves as a bulky 4.3-liter V6 engine that generates 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque. The pickup truck uses a 6-speed automatic transmission to transfer power to the rear wheels, and also fails to offer the standard horsepower featured in the 2021 F-150.

The 2021 RAM 1500 is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. Using an 8-speed automatic transmission to do its bidding, the RAM falls short of the refinement and versatility featured in the 10-speed automatic found in the F-150

Providing Expansive Tech

Tech in the 2021 F-150 is expansive and intuitive thanks to technology that’s focused around the driver and his or her needs. The available 12-inch center stack screen features the ability to give you customized readouts of your vitals, while the equally large center touchscreen infotainment system is designed to operate around you. Providing seamless smartphone synchronization through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with intuitive swipe and zoom capabilities, the Ford SYNC® 4 system keeps you perfectly connected.

Ensuring it flies under the radar, the 2021 Silverado offers the least technology of the three trucks. Featuring an available 8-inch touchscreen display, once again the experience in the Silverado is underwhelming.

Vying for attention, the 2021 RAM 1500 features a 12-inch touchscreen display, much like the 2021 Ford F-150. However, failing to offer the same refined experience, the operation of the RAM 1500’s display involves a plethora of buttons and prompts, which can lead to distraction. Unlike the 2021 Ford F-150, the user experience has not been refined and streamlined for low-distraction operation.

Next-Generation Safety Features

Nearly every new vehicle on the road features a similar lineup of standard or available driver-assist safety features that include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot assist, and lane-keep assist. All three trucks feature available features similar to these, but the 2021 F-150 goes above and beyond the other full-size pickup trucks to offer an experience like no other that ushers in total peace of mind.

Next-generation features like Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ make reversing with a trailer in tow easy; allowing you to guide your trailer by simply turning a knob. Intersection Assist even works by scanning intersections for danger and even features the ability to apply the brakes to avoid or minimize a collision if it senses an impending accident with an approaching vehicle in the intersection.

Conquer in Your 2021 F-150 Today

The 2021 Ford F-150 undoubtedly comes out on top, offering a more thoughtful, more productive driving experience. Whether you’re using the cabin to get work done, or taking advantage of one of its powerful engines to tow and haul your equipment, the 2021 F-150 is the truck for you. Here at Zeigler Ford Plainwell, we feature a full lineup of 2021 F-150 models for you to choose from and feature a capable team of sales and finance professionals who strive to make your buying or leasing process enjoyable and hassle-free. Come into Zeigler Ford Plainwell today and get behind the wheel of a Ford F-150 today.