2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vs. 2026 Ford F-150 Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

2025 Chevrolet
Silverado 3500

MSRP*: $46,500 to $74,400
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2026 Ford
F-150

MSRP*: $37,290 to $79,005
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MPG - City Info not available 15 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 18 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 3 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 52.8 - 77.4 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel 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 401 hp 325 - 450 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 7,400 - 13,100 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 266.1 in 209.1 - 243.5 in
Exterior Width 81.8 - 81.9 in 79.8 - 79.9 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-150.

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). The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is somewhat more expensive than the Ford F-150.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is much wider than the Ford F-150, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is slightly shorter than the Ford F-150, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 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 3500 is clearly the choice over the Ford F-150 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and the Ford F-150.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 doesn't do as good a job transmitting horsepower to its wheels as the Ford F-150.

Utility
You'll be able to bring along a larger crew with the Ford F-150 than the Chevrolet Silverado 3500, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 than the Ford F-150, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.