Engines and performance options in the new Ford F-150

The F-150 gets much of its popularity because it delivers more power and capability than the Silverado 1500. When it's properly equipped, the F-150 can tow a maximum of 13,500 pounds and that's the highest towing capability in the full-size pickup class. The Silverado 1500 comes up a little short at just 13,300 pounds of towing capacity. The F-150 can also haul a payload of 2445 pounds for truck drivers in Wahpeton and Detroit Lakes. The most powerful F-150 engine choices are a 3.5-liter V6 that delivers the greatest towing capacity and the 5.0-liter V8 that helps you get the best available payload.

The six engine choices for the new Ford F-150:

• A 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque
• A 5.0-liter V8 engine with 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque
• A 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 with 400 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
• A 3.5-liter V6 with 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque that's available only with the Raptor trim
• A 5.2-liter supercharged V8 with an amazing 700 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque that's available exclusively in the Raptor R
• A PowerBoost® hybrid powertrain with 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque

A comparison of technology and innovation

Ford has created several tech features the Chevy Silverado 1500 doesn't have available. For example, Ford's ProPower Onboard system gives you the electricity you need to run your power tools on the job site. The Onboard Scales let you estimate payloads and the Smart Hitch feature can measure trailer tongue weight distribution, compelling advantages that Morris, MN drivers really value. The Ford F-150's Trailer Backup Assist can give you a helpful knob on the dashboard so it's easier to back up a trailer in the right direction.