* Cab style: SuperCab and SuperCrew configurations generally have lower towing capacities than regular cabs due to increased weight.
* Drivetrain: 4x4 trucks typically have a lower towing capacity than 2WD trucks because of their added weight.
* Axle ratio: Higher axle ratios (e.g., 3.73 or 4.10) allow for better towing performance than lower ratios (e.g., 3.55). This information will be found on the sticker on the driver's side doorjamb.
* Payload package: If the truck has a heavier-duty payload package, its towing capacity will likely be higher.
* Trailer brake controller: The presence of a properly installed and functioning trailer brake controller is crucial for safe towing of heavier loads.
Therefore, there's no single answer. To find the *exact* towing capacity for your specific 2004 Ford F-150 XLT 5.4L, you must check:
1. The sticker on the driver's side doorjamb: This sticker provides the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating), GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating - front and rear), and often the towing capacity.
2. The owner's manual: Your owner's manual will list the towing capacities for various configurations of your truck model year.
Without this information, any number given would be an unreliable guess.
