In this week’s edition of rides, we highlight several heavy-duty pickup trucks that are built to handle the most demanding jobs on and off-road. –a.r.
2009 Ford F-150
The 2009 Ford F-150 comes with a 5.4-liter Triton V8 engine that produces up to 365 pound-feet of torque and 300 horsepower. Equipped with a 6.5-foot cargo bed, the F-150 has a towing capacity of 11,000 pounds. It features chrome exterior trim, leather upholstery, automatic climate control, smoked taillights and 18-inch alloy wheels. It’s tough enough to lift heavy-duty materials for a hard day’s work, but it also has an aesthetic quality that gives it an edge over most pickups.
2009 GMC Sierra 1500
The GMC Sierra 1500 is the perfect pickup truck for off-road handling. With rear-wheel and four-wheel drive capabilities, the GMC Sierra 1500 allows drivers to navigate effortlessly over treacherous terrains. Those looking for a pickup truck that can do the heavy lifting will be more than satisfied by the Sierra’s 6.5-foot cargo bed and 6.0-liter V8 engine.
2009 Toyota Tundra
Although a few car experts have criticized past versions of the Tundra for its lack of power, the 2009 model has what it takes to spar with the big boys. It’s equipped with a superior 5.7-liter V8 engine that allows the Tundra to zoom from 0 to 60 in only 6.3 seconds. It can tow more than 10,800 pounds and features a backup camera, navigation system and driver seat memory.
