Comparing Chevy Silverado 1500 VS Ford F-150
Comparing Chevy Silverado 1500 VS Ford F-150
Comparing Chevy Silverado 1500 VS Ford F-150 - When it comes to full-size pickup trucks, few rivalries run as deep as the Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. the Ford F-150. Both models dominate job sites, driveways, and highways across Pennsylvania, but the Silverado continues to stand out for drivers who demand strength, comfort, and advanced technology. Whether you’re towing through the countryside near Hamburg or hauling equipment around Reading, the Silverado 1500 delivers the perfect mix of muscle and modern refinement.
Chevrolet has worked hard to keep the Silverado at the forefront of America’s truck market — from its powerful yet efficient engine lineup to its rugged design and cutting-edge tech features. In the detailed comparison below, we’ll help you see exactly how the Silverado 1500 holds up against the Ford F-150 so you can make the best choice for your next truck.
Comparing Silverado 1500 VS F-150
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| Engine Size & Power | Silverado 1500's popular 2.7L TurboMax engine has 310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft of torque, max towing up to 9100 lbs, and 2,260 lbs payload. Chevy's 5.3L V8 engine is equipped with Dynamic Fuel Management and Auto Stop/Start. Choose Chevy's high performance 6.2L V8 engine with 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, or Chevy's powerful 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel with 28 MPG best-in-class highway fuel economy, for maximum towing of 13,300 lbs. Silverado 1500 is the only truck in it's class that offers a diesel engine.
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Ford F-150's 2.7 EcoBoost V-6 engine has 325 horsepower, 400 lb-ft of torque, and max towing of 8,400 lbs. F-150's 3.5L V6 engine supports max towing of 8,200 lbs and 2,440 lbs payload, while F-150's 5.2L Supercharged V8 engine has max towing of 8,700 lbs, and both are only available in the Raptor. Ford's 5.0L V8 has 400 hp, 410 lb-ft of torque, max towing of 12,900 lbs, with 17 highway / 22 city for the 4WD. Ford also offers a PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine. Ford F-150 truck does NOT offer a diesel engine.
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| Cargo Capacities & Truck Bed Size | Silverado 1500 comes in 3 truck cab sizes and 3 truck bed lengths. The Regular Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors, seats 3, is available with a 79.4" Standard Bed or a 98.2" Long Bed length, and with 71.7 cu ft or 89.1 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The Double Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors and 2 smaller rear doors, seats 6, is available with a 79.4" Standard Bed with 71.7 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The Crew Cab, with 4 full-sized doors, seats 6, is available with a 5'10" (69.92") Short Bed or 6'7.44" (79.44") Standard Bed, and with 52.8 cu ft or 62.9 cu ft of bed cargo volume. All truck beds are 71.40" wide (50.63" wide at wheelhousing) and 22.4 in high.
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Ford F-150 comes in 3 truck cab sizes and 3 truck bed lengths. The Regular Cab, with 2 full-sized front doors, 1 row of seating, seats 3, is available with a 6.5' or 8' bed, and with 62.3 cu ft or 77.4 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The SuperCab, with 2 full-sized front doors and 2 smaller rear doors, seats 6, is only available with a 6.5' bed with 62.3 cu ft of bed cargo volume. The SuperCrew, with 4 full-sized doors, seats 6, is available with a 5.5' or 6.5' bed with 52.8 cu ft or 62.3 cu ft of bed cargo volume. F-150 truck beds are 50.6" wide at wheelhouse and 21.4" high.
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| Safety & Technology | Chevy Silverado 1500 truck comes with extensive safety features including StabiliTrak Electronic Stability, automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, forward collision control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, following distance indicator, OnStar Services, Teen Driver, Buckle TO Drive, Tire Pressure monitoring, and rear vision camera. Silverado 1500 also offers optional Safety Packages with keyless entry, rear cross-traffic braking, rearview mirror camera, up to 14 HD camera surround views, trailer side blind zone alert, IntelliBeam Headlights, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Super Cruise hands-free driving
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Ford F-150 truck comes with several standard safety features including Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 with automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian detection, a lane-keeping system, blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage, traffic approaching when in reverse, and auto dim high beam headlamp in oncoming traffic. F-150 optional safety features includeBlueCruis Hands Free Highway Driving, 360-degree camera with a split-view display, pro trailer hitch and backup assist, and Ford Security Package with theft alerts and remote disabling.
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Why More Pennsylvania Drivers Choose the Chevy Silverado 1500
After exploring the side-by-side specs, it’s clear why so many local truck owners trust the Chevy Silverado 1500 to handle their toughest jobs. Chevy’s combination of dependability, smart technology, and real-world capability gives Reading and Hamburg drivers everything they need — without compromise. Plus, the Silverado’s reputation for long-term reliability and low maintenance costs makes it a smart investment for anyone who depends on their truck daily.
At Bob Fisher Chevrolet, we make it easy to experience the difference firsthand. Browse our current Silverado inventory online, custom order your ideal trim, or stop by our Reading, PA showroom for a test drive today. Our friendly team is ready to help you compare options, explore financing, and find the perfect Chevy truck built for your lifestyle.