2024 Ford F-150 vs. 2024 Jeep Gladiator Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-150

2024 Ford
F-150

MSRP*: $36,965 to $78,440
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator

2024 Jeep
Gladiator

MSRP*: $37,895 to $52,995
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 3 - 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.8 - 77.4 ft3 35.5 ft3
Engine
  • 325-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 430-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 450-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 325 - 450 hp 285 hp
Towing Capacity 7,400 - 10,800 lbs 4,000 - 4,500 lbs
Exterior Length 209.1 - 243.5 in 218.0 in
Exterior Width 79.8 - 79.9 in 73.8 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 42.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Ford F-150 than the Jeep Gladiator. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford F-150 and the Jeep Gladiator.

Convenience
With the Ford F-150 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Gladiator, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford F-150 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Jeep Gladiator, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-150 is much wider than the Jeep Gladiator, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford F-150, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Jeep Gladiator.

Handling
The Ford F-150 has a larger turning radius than the Jeep Gladiator, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-150 is clearly the choice over the Jeep Gladiator for pulling heavy loads. The Ford F-150 has a little more horsepower than the Jeep Gladiator.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford F-150 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Jeep Gladiator.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-150 as you will the Jeep Gladiator. You'll be able to haul more material in the Ford F-150 than the Jeep Gladiator, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.