I work for a Ford,Dodge and GM dealer and if you are looking for a 1/2 ton truck go with a Ford and get a 5.4, to me that's the only way to go. Also i do not work on the sales end. I work in the service and body end of things. In a 1/2 ton truck the Ford is miles ahead of the rest!!!! "From experience" you will be alot happier with it. Unless you are looking for a 3/4 or 1 ton truck?