Do You Want an SUV or a Pickup Truck?

When you need a vehicle that’s tough, has plenty of cargo space, and can handle most terrains, your choices narrow down to either a pickup truck or an SUV. Both of these options work best in different scenarios, so it all depends on just how, when, and where you’ll be using it. We here at 56 Auto Sales want to make the buying process relatively simple for you, so we’ve put together some tips on deciding between an SUV or a pickup truck below. To learn more, or to see what we’ve got in stock, contact our store in London, Ohio, today!

Where a Pickup Truck Wins

Generally speaking, a pickup truck will work best if you plan on driving solo, driving a lot, or doing some heavy lifting.

Fuel Economy

Neither of these machines will win any fuel efficiency awards, but pickup trucks tend to be better about it than SUVs. This is partly due to them simply using less material—where an SUV has lots of interior cargo space and passenger seating, a pickup just has an open bed. Smaller versions of both may switch up this dynamic, however.

Hauling Capacity

Pickup trucks also win the weight-lifting competition. They have sturdier frames and are more geared towards difficult jobs, letting them both carry and tow more weight.

Where an SUV Wins

SUVs are built more for the driving experience than for work, though they can still do plenty.

Comfort

Alongside simply having more seating, the SUV is better designed for rider comfort, since that’s a primary focus. Every seat, even middle ones, is comfortable and well-padded, not to mention safe. They also have more leg room and overhead space. 

SUVs will also often come with a much more forgiving suspension system. Driving over bumps and potholes delivers less of a shock to the SUV’s occupants, making it a much nicer ride on even the least-maintained roads.

Drivability

Both pickup trucks and SUVs tend to be fairly large, so it can be hard to declare an outright winner when the question of maneuverability and control comes up. However, SUVs will tend to be more responsive and will therefore keep the driver in greater control.

We hope this guide helps you figure out which style of vehicle suits you best! If you have any questions, or you just want to see what we have in stock, contact us at 56 Auto Sales. We proudly serve the people of Springfield, Dayton, and Columbus, Ohio—let us serve you today!