With or without the trailer, the Power Stroke was strong. The Ford was able to charge to 60 mph in 8.95 seconds, only 0.10 seconds behind the Dodge, and put the quarter-mile behind it at 16.83 seconds at 82.81, versus 16.80 at 80.58 mph in the Dodge. With the trailer attached, the Ford shamed the Dodge and GMC. At 15.05 seconds, for 0-60, it was 1.93 seconds faster than the Dodge and an astonishing 3.37 seconds faster than the GMC. Although both trucks caught up as the turbos spooled, neither could catch the Ford's quarter-mile time of 19.83 at 66.71 mph with the trailer attached. Braking was good, but not quite on the same level as the Dodge.

Even as the oldest body style in the segment, the Super Duty proves that it has what it takes to remain at the top of the class as the best heavy-duty truck. Its awesome powertrain, good road manners, quiet ride, huge interior, deep bed, and rugged truck styling all work together to keep Ford on top of the sales chart. We just can't wait to get our hands on the '05 Ford Super Duty, which will have an even quieter cabin, coil spring front suspension on 4x4s, styling updates, and additional power in both gas and diesel engines. The competition is fierce, but Dodge and GMC have a little more homework to do if they want to top our diesel hauler winner, the '04 Ford Super Duty.

From the Logbook:My overall impression is very good. The Super Duty gets an A-plus.- Bob Ryder, Senior Tech Editor

The 6.0L pulls hard and with instant boost. It provides the seat-of-the-pants excitement the others lack.- Dan Ward, Associate Editor

The Ford just feels solid, and the Power Stroke pulls hard all the time.- Sean P. Holman, Associate Editor

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