2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty vs 2025 Jeep Gladiator

$46,595 · Truck

$38,100 · Truck

Comparison Overview

Choosing between serious capability and everyday trail readiness is tough when looking at the 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty and the 2025 Jeep Gladiator. If you’re wondering which truck truly earns its spot in your driveway—one built for heavy hauling or one built for weekend fun—let's break down the numbers. The F-350 kicks off at a higher $46,595 MSRP, significantly more than the Gladiator's $38,100 starting price, but that gets you vastly superior muscle: 405 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque versus the Jeep's 285 hp and 260 lb-ft. While the F-350 is a behemoth at 231.8 inches long, the Gladiator remains more maneuverable, albeit with much lower power output. However, the F-350 demands a tolerance for lower efficiency, whereas the Gladiator manages a respectable 19 combined MPG.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator is the clear commuter winner due to its significantly better fuel economy at 19 combined MPG and smaller footprint.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty

Despite its massive size, the F-350 typically offers a more conventional and spacious cabin setup better suited for standard family duties than the Gladiator's open-top design.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty

The F-350 enthusiast focused on pure towing or power will overwhelmingly prefer its superior 405 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator offers robust 4WD capability for $8,495 less than the F-350, providing better immediate monetary value.

Choose the Ford F-350 Super Duty if...

You require serious, heavy-duty output, evidenced by its 445 lb-ft of torque.
Your work absolutely demands the larger dimensions (231.8 inches long) for maximum bed capacity.
You want the higher base horsepower rating of 405 hp, regardless of price.

Choose the Jeep Gladiator if...

Fuel efficiency is important to you, as the Gladiator achieves 19 combined MPG.
You want to save $8,495 upfront, as its MSRP is only $38,100.
Standard four-wheel drive capability is mandatory for your driving style.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Ford F-350 Super Duty	Jeep Gladiator
Length	231.8"	218.0"
Width	80.0"	73.8"
Height	78.8"	75.0"
Wheelbase	141.4"	137.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch	✓	—
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	—
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	3	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Front Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	—	✓
Brake Assist	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Headrests	—	3
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Base Engine Displacement	6.8 L	3.6 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	405 hp @ 5000 rpm	285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	445 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable

Drive Train

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
4WD System Type	—	Part Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Manual Hi-Lo
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	374.0/484.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	34.0 gal.	22.0 gal.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	17/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	19 MPG

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Passenger Vanity Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Push Button Start	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Cupholders	—	✓
Front Door Pockets	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	4	8
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Ford	Jeep
One-Touch Power Windows	2	2
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	42.8 in.
Front Leg Room	43.9 in.	41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	66.7 in.	55.7 in.
Front Hip Room	62.5 in.	53.9 in.
Seat Material: Vinyl	✓	—
Front Seat Type: 40-20-40 Split Bench	✓	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	6-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Manual	Manual
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	4-way
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Rear Head Room	—	42.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	—	38.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	—	55.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	55.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Wheel Finish	Painted Steel	Painted Steel
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	LT275/65R E	245/75R17
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Size	—	17 x 7.5 in

Suspension

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Front Suspension Type	Independent	—
Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Ford	Jeep
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty and 2025 Jeep Gladiator.

How significant is the power difference between the F-350 and the Gladiator?

The difference is substantial; the 2025 Ford F-350 delivers 405 horsepower and 445 lb-ft of torque, whereas the 2025 Jeep Gladiator offers 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 120 hp gap.

Which truck is better for saving money on fuel?

The Jeep Gladiator is the far more fuel-conscious choice, achieving 19 combined MPG (17 city/22 highway). The F-350's MPG is not listed, implying significantly lower efficiency, typical for a heavy-duty truck.

What is the primary reason to pay more for the F-350?

You pay $8,495 more for the F-350 primarily for its heavy-duty nature, superior power figures (405 hp vs. 285 hp), and larger physical dimensions.

Does the Gladiator come standard with 4WD like the F-350?

Yes, the 2025 Jeep Gladiator is listed with four-wheel drive as standard equipment, while the base Ford F-350 is listed with rear-wheel drive.

How much bigger is the F-350 compared to the Gladiator?

The F-350 is considerably larger, measuring 231.8 inches in length and 80.0 inches in width, making it 13.8 inches longer and 6.2 inches wider than the Gladiator.