2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2024 Ford F-150 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 1500

MSRP*: $36,800 to $69,900
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Picture of the 2024 Ford F-150

2024 Ford
F-150

MSRP*: $36,770 to $78,330
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MPG - City 14 - 20 MPG 15 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 22 MPG 18 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 3 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 62.9 - 89.1 ft3 52.8 - 77.4 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 325-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 5.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 430-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 450-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 305 - 355 hp 325 - 450 hp
Towing Capacity 8,800 - 13,300 lbs 7,400 - 10,800 lbs
Exterior Length 210.9 - 242.4 in 209.1 - 243.5 in
Exterior Width 81.1 - 81.2 in 79.8 - 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 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
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford F-150 than in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford F-150.

Convenience
With the Ford F-150 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 1500 or the Ford F-150, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a little wider than the Ford F-150, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Ford F-150.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a smaller turning radius than the Ford F-150, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is clearly the choice over the Ford F-150 for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a little less horsepower than the Ford F-150.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Ford F-150.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as you will the Ford F-150. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 than the Ford F-150, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.