Choosing between the 2025 Ford Super Duty and 2025 Ford F-150 comes down to your personal priorities, whether those are power, towing capabilities, or off-road performance. Our buying guide is here to help you select the best Ford truck for your Florida workweek (not to mention weekend adventure)!
Key Takeaways
- You can equip both trucks with luxury features and tech upgrades, but the F-150 offers a few extra options.
- If the light-duty F-150’s 13,000-pound tow rating won’t cut it, turn to the heavy-duty Super Duty!
- With three off-road-ready trim models, the F-150 has the edge when it comes to wild adventure.
- While the new F-150 starts at $38,810*, the Super Duty’s extra capabilities come with a slightly higher MSRP, $45,300*.
Modern Amenities
When it comes to comfort and convenience, how does the Ford Super Duty compare to the F-150? Although Ford’s heavy-duty truck was once the more spartan option, these fourth-generation models share many features in common with the F-150. For example, you can now equip the Super Duty with Ford’s Pro Power Onboard, technology that transforms your truck into a power generator. Other work-friendly options include the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Onboard Scales systems.
However, the F-150 comes standard with the longest list of tech features, including a bigger infotainment touchscreen and longer list of driver safety aids. The same goes for comfort features. Where the F-150 comes standard with cloth seating, the base Super Duty has vinyl upholstery. But both models are available with luxurious upgrades, from leather seats to a twin-panel power sunroof. These trucks are also available with beat-the-heat necessities, like dual-zone automatic climate control and ventilated front seats!
Workhorse Capabilities
As Ford’s heavy-duty truck, the Super Duty is the best choice for Florida drivers who need to transport major weight! In fact, the Super Duty can also move more than its segment competitors, making it the best heavy-duty workhorse overall. Depending on body style and equipment, these trucks can tow up to 40,000 pounds or haul payloads of up to 8,000 pounds!
- 6.8L V8 (400 hp, 445 lb-ft)
- 7.3L V8 (430 hp, 485 lb-ft)
- 6.7L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 (475 hp, 1,050 lb-ft)
- High-output 6.7L Power Stroke turbodiesel V8 (500 hp, 1,200 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- XL: Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
- XLT and up: Four-wheel drive
2025 Ford Super Duty Powertrain Options
Not so fast, though. Because the F-150 can also tow and haul best-in-class figures, outclassing its fellow full-size, light-duty trucks! Depending on configuration and equipment, the F-150 can tow up to 13,000 pounds or haul up to 2,455 pounds. And if the F-150 can manage your workloads, it’s the truck you should get. By not purchasing more truck than you need, you can keep your budget in check by spending less on a new truck and the fuel you need to run it.
2025 Ford F-150 Powertrain Options
- 2.7L turbocharged V6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft)
- 5.0L V8 (400 hp, 410 lb-ft)
- 3.5L turbo V6 (400 hp, 500 lb-ft)
- 3.5L PowerBoost hybrid V6 (430 hp, 570 lb-ft)
- Raptor-exclusive 3.5L turbo V6 (450 hp, 510 lb-ft)
- Raptor R-exclusive 5.2L supercharged V8 (720 hp, 640 lb-ft)
- 10-speaker automatic transmission
- XL: Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
- XLT and up: Four-wheel drive
Off-Road Options
Compared to the heavy-duty Ford Super Duty, the light-duty F-150 generally feels more agile on Florida’s sandy trails and muddy bogs. Then again, you might be surprised at how well the heftier Super Duty handles off-road terrain! Both trucks are available with the FX4 Off-Road package, which adds trail-friendly gear like off-road shocks and underbody skid plates. The Super Duty is also available with a Tremor Off-Road package, taking your adventures to the next level with upgrades like a locking rear differential and upgraded suspension.
Meanwhile, the F-150 offers three off-road-ready trim models that come with everything you need to hit rugged terrain: the Tremor, Raptor, and Raptor R. The Tremor combines interior luxury and rugged gear, including locking differentials and off-road-tuned suspension. The Raptor trucks are equipped for high-speed off-roading. They’re the ideal choice for drivers who crave a next-level romp through wilderness, with exclusive features like adaptive Fox shocks!
MSRP
As the more muscular truck, the 2025 Ford Super Duty (starting at $45,300*) costs a little extra compared to the 2025 Ford F-150 (from $38,810*). As we said before, the F-150 delivers more comfort and convenience options. Meanwhile, the Super Duty comes standard with heavy-duty V8 power!
*Price as of 4/26/25.
Florida’s Favorite Trucks
Whether you’re shopping for a high-speed off-road ride or heavy-duty workhorse, Ford delivers best-in-class options. To move a huge trailer, you’re in need of the Super Duty. But if the F-150 can handle your Florida lifestyle, it’s the most cost-effective option. Ready to experience best-in-class power? Test-drive the Super Duty or F-150 (or both!) at Jarrett-Gordon Ford of Davenport!