2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vs. 2025 Ford F-250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

2025 Chevrolet
Silverado 3500

MSRP*: $46,500 to $74,400
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Picture of the 2025 Ford F-250

2025 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $45,300 to $78,065
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 65.4 - 78.5 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 hp 405 - 430 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 13,800 - 16,700 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 266.1 in 231.8 - 266.2 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 80.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 - 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford F-250.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 or the Ford F-250, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is much wider than the Ford F-250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 3500, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Ford F-250.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Ford F-250, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is clearly the choice over the Ford F-250 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and the Ford F-250.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Ford F-250.

Utility
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has less seating than the Ford F-250, making the Ford F-250 the better choice if you often have passengers. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a slightly greater cargo capacity for your lumber or other material than the Ford F-250.