I have had them all and they all do fine...Got a 97 F150 work truck that has been rode hard and put up wet...still strong@ 120k.
All my GMs have been fine, but I dont like the cushy suspension.
Right now I have a Dakota...its my favorite so far. I like the solid ride of a Dodge and the real "truck feel."
It is an 01 4wd and has the 4.7 V8 that is VERY peppy. I have a buddy with this exact truck (except color) and he pulls a 23' Mako with ease. 8)
Good luck with the fight you just started!!! ;D