In deciding which make of truck to buy, I took the oppertunity to drive each of the top selling truck in the Southern California market. These trucks were: Dodge, Chevrolet, GMC, Nissan, Toyota and Ford. I considered the Honda as well, but I eliminated it based on looks alone. It just doesn't do anything for me personally.
After driving them all, taking price into consideration, handling, power output and torque as well as overall driving pleasure, I chose the Ford. The Lariat Edition Supercrew was exactly what I was looking for, at the price I was looking to spend. It wasn't the cheapest truck but it wasn't the most expensive either.
I've owned it for just over a year now and I couldn't be more pleased. The factory 300hp 365ft/lbs. of torque was easily increased with a MAC high flow intake, custom Flowmaster exhaust, a Superchips Power Programmer and a bed cover. It towed sufficiently stock, but with the bolt ons it has absolutely no problem towing a mid sized boat or car trailer with a '68 Ford Galaxie on it, with the 5.4L V8.
It's as luxurious as any truck could be inside, with it's chrome plated A/C registers, quality sound system and soft black leather interior with heated seats. On long trips, the passengers don't feel tired and beat up like you would in another truck. Its a comfortable ride.
Overall, it was a great purchase and I appreciate the attention to detail and overall quality of the truck. It drives nice, brakes predictably and can haul or tow just about anything I'd realistically expect it to. The cab of the truck is roomy and easily seats 6. I would recommend this truck to anyone who is in the market for a full sized truck.
Pros:
Overall quality, attention to detail, comfort and reliability, size and price compared to other trucks of similar quality. Let's not forget, it has an excellent crash rating, Its attractive looking.
Cons:
It's underpowered compared to other trucks on the market, 19mpg highway and 15mpg city aren't the best.
