2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vs. 2024 Ford F-250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 3500

MSRP*: $44,700 to $73,400
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Picture of the 2024 Ford F-250

2024 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $44,970 to $97,295
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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 - 500 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 13,800 - 22,000 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 270.3 in 231.8 - 266.2 in
Exterior Width 80.8 - 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
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 than the Ford F-250. 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Ford F-250.

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. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Ford F-250.

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

Performance
With the Chevrolet Silverado 3500, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Ford F-250, due to its slightly better towing capacity. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a little less horsepower than the Ford F-250.

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-250.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 as you will the Ford F-250. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a little less cargo capacity than the Ford F-250 for hauling material.