Ford F-150 Diesel vs. Gas

2019 Ford F-150 Diesel vs. Gas: What are the Differences?

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Diesel and Gas Engines

The 2019 Ford F-150 pickup truck is available with both diesel and gas engines, but which system is right for you? Imlay City Ford in Imlay City, MI, created this review guide to cover key aspects of the diesel and gas engines. Our new inventory has the F-150 diesel and gas engines available. Once you've chosen the engine that matches your drive, pair it with one of our lease offers and start saving.

If you have any questions about the F-150 gas or diesel engines, our team can answer anything if you give us a call at (810) 724-5900 or contact us online.

Engine Comparison

With five gas engines and one diesel, the 2019 Ford F-150 can satisfy the power you crave. Highlighted in the following categories, you'll discover these engine's trims, capabilities, and how they compare to the Ram 1500 and Chevy Silverado 1500.

Trims Available

To decide which 2019 Ford F-150 is best suited for long commutes, our team compiled the table below to show which models can be paired with what engines.

3.3L Ti-VCT V6 engine

2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost® engine

5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine

3.5L EcoBoost® engine

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost® engine

3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel engine

Engine

Trim Availability

3.3L Ti-VCT V6

Standard on:

  • XL, XLT

2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost®

Standard on:

  • Lariat

Available on:

  • XL, XLT

5.0L Ti-VCT V8

Standard on:

  • King Ranch®, Platinum

Available on:

  • XL, XLT, Lariat

3.5L EcoBoost®

Available on:

  • Lariat, King Ranch®, Platinum

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®

Standard on:

  • Raptor, Limited

3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel

Available on:

  • Lariat, King Ranch®, Platinum

Towing & Payload Capacity

To find the engine that suits your towing and payload capacity needs, browse the following table. The Ford F-150 engine lineup offers numerous power options that will make it easy to find the perfect engine for you.

Engine

Max. Towing Capacity

Max. Payload Capacity

Horsepower

Torque

3.3L Ti-VCT V6

7,700 lbs.

1,990 lbs.

290 HP

265 lb.-ft.

2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost®

9,000 lbs.

2,470 lbs.

325 HP

400 lb.-ft.

5.0L Ti-VCT V8

11,500 lbs.

3,270 lbs.

395 HP

400 lb.-ft.

3.5L EcoBoost®

13,200 lbs.

3,230 lbs.

375 HP

470 lb.-ft.

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®

11,000 lbs.

1,530 lbs.

450 HP

510 lb.-ft.

3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel

11,500 lbs.

2,020 lbs.

250 HP

440 lb.-ft.

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Fuel Economy

If a fuel efficient 2019 Ford F-150 is what you're searching for, the table below details the economies for each engine in this pickup truck lineup. Continue reading to discover the engine that's made just right for you.

Engine

Fuel Economy (city/highway)

3.3L Ti-VCT V6

19 MPG/25 MPG

2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost®

20 MPG/26 MPG

5.0L Ti-VCT V8

17 MPG/23 MPG

3.5L EcoBoost®

18 MPG/25 MPG

High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost®

15 MPG/18 MPG

3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel

22 MPG/30 MPG

Vs. the Competition

To ensure that the Ford F-150 is the right pickup truck for you, we've compared the Chevy Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500 diesel engines against the 3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel. The engine specs of all three pickup trucks can be found below.

3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel V6 vs. 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 vs. 3.0L Duramax® I6

Encounter the diesel engine made to heighten every aspect of your ride. You can determine which of the three pickup trucks has the diesel engine specs you've been searching for with the following table.

Diesel Engine

Ford F-150 3.0L Power Stroke® Turbo Diesel

Ram 1500 3.0L EcoDiesel

Chevy Silverado 1500 3.0L Duramax® I6

Horsepower

250 HP

240 HP

277 HP

Torque

440 lb.-ft.

420 lb.-ft.

460 lb.-ft.

Max. Towing Capacity

11,500 lbs.

9,290 lbs.

N/A

Max. Payload Capacity

2,020 lbs.

1,640 lbs.

N/A

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