Which is the better heavy-duty truck, the 2022 GMC Sierra HD or Ford Super Duty? Both pickups can move major weight, making them hot commodities among drivers with heavy trailers to tow. But these models are slightly different, and our comparison guide is here to help you figure out which one is best suited to your workday.
Rugged Style: 2022 GMC Sierra HD
Want the best-looking truck? That’s the GMC Sierra HD. GMC’s heavy-duty pickup offers a high stance, signature LED lighting, and chrome trim. The front end looks modern, but in a classic way, with a wide, eye-catching grille and options like red front tow hooks.
Of course, the Ford Super Duty also looks like a very capable pickup truck, with a high stance of its own and lots of styling options, from LED lights to your choice of front grille design. The Super Duty might not look as modern as the Sierra HD, but it will appeal to drivers who prefer Ford’s conventional design.
Off-Road Potential: 2022 GMC Sierra HD
With its AT4 trim model, the Sierra HD maximizes your off-road capabilities. Straight from the factory, the AT4 is ready for action, with standard features that include four-wheel drive, off-road-oriented suspension, underbody skid plates, and hill descent control.
While the Ford Super Duty lineup provides lots of rugged options — including four-wheel drive — it doesn’t offer an off-road-specific trim model. Instead, you’ll have to pick, choose, and pay extra for the optional features you want to take on trail.
Interior Space & Comfort: It’s a Tie!
Because both heavy-duty trucks offer so many high-tech features and optional luxuries, you can count on either model to provide as much comfort as you wish to purchase.
The Sierra HD is available in five trim models: the basic Pro, mid-grade SLE, stylish SLT, off-road-ready AT4, and upscale Denali. Coveted features include leather-trimmed seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless smartphone charging, and a Bose premium audio system.
The Ford Super Duty offers six trims: the base XL, mid-level XLT, leather-clad Lariat, Western-themed King Ranch, uptown Platinum, and top-of-the-line Limited. Compared to the Sierra HD, the Super Duty has more luxury trim models; you can expect a very classy cabin starting with the Lariat level. However, the Super Duty basically offers all the same comfort features, from leather seating to wireless smartphone charging.
Max Towing and Hauling: 2022 Ford Super Duty
Both heavy-duty trucks offer a wide range of weight ratings, body styles, powertrains, and equipment, which means that max tow and haul ratings can vary quite a bit, even between themselves. For example, an F-250 with the SuperCrew cabin can’t tow as much as an F-450 with an extended cabin.
That said, though, the Ford Super Duty can move slightly bigger payloads or a heavier trailer, depending on how it’s configured. Max payloads, which come via the F-350, reach 7,850 pounds. And the F-450 has max tow ratings of up to 37,000 pounds.
But the 2022 GMC Sierra HD is nearly as capable. In its most powerful form, the Sierra 3500HD truck can tow max loads of 36,000 pounds. Payloads max out at 7,442 pounds.
Your New Heavy-Duty Truck
In the end, the GMC Sierra HD makes the better heavy-duty truck. Grab one of these heavy lifters to tackle major jobs. You’ll also love how well these trucks take to off-road terrain. And, of course, the Sierra HD trucks offer a wide range of creature comforts and tech features, making your workday ultramodern.