2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150

When thinking about which truck will be right for you, you’ll want to consider how much power you’re getting. If performance is your thing, you’ve got plenty of choices to pick from on both of these cars. And if diesel’s your kind of party, the Chevy Silverado 1500 has a stronger diesel engine.

Chevy Silverado 1500 Engines

• Standard 285-hp 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 with Active Fuel Management™ (gas)
• 277-hp 3.0L Duramax 3.0L I-6 (diesel)
• 310-hp 2.7L I-4 (gas)
• 355-hp 5.3L V-8 (gas) with Active Fuel Management™
• 355-hp 5.3L V-8 (gas) with Dynamic Fuel Management™
• 420-hp 6.2L EcoTec3 V-8 with Dynamic Fuel Management™ (gas)

Ford F-150 Engines

• Standard 290-hp 3.3L TI-VCT V6
• 400-hp 3.5L EcoBoost® V-6 (gas)
• 250-hp 3.0L Power Stroke® (diesel)
• 430-hp PowerBoost® V6 (full hybrid)
• 325-hp 2.7L Turbocharged EcoBoost® (gas)
• 400-hp 5.0L V-8 (gas)

Silverado 1500 vs. F-150: Towing Capacities 

Want to find a full-size truck that tows like the pros? You’ll find it in the Chevy Silverado 1500. You’ll be the master of the Clinton jobsite with the EcoTec3 engine on the Silverado, pulling a max towing of 13,300 pounds vs. 13,100 for the F-150. You also get the following with the Silverado 1500:

• Standard Trailering Package: 2-inch receiver, hitch platform, automatic locking rear differential, and more!
• Available Max Trailering Package: revised shock tuning, upgraded rear springs, and more!
• Available Towing Mirrors

Silverado 1500 vs. F-150: Interior Dimensions

You’ve got more headroom and legroom to keep you comfortable as you drive the Silverado compared to the F-150. See for yourself in this handy reference:

Chevy Silverado Interior Dimensions

• Front Legroom: 44.5 inches
• Front Headroom: 43.1 inches
• Front Hip Room: 60.9 inches
• Front Shoulder Room: 66.1 inches

Ford F-150 Interior Dimensions

• Front Legroom: 43.9 inches
• Front Headroom: 40.8 inches
• Front Hip Room: 62.5 inches
• Front Shoulder Room: 66.7 inches

Find Your Silverado with Herrin-Gear Chevrolet

Think you’ve found the one? Let’s make it happen at Herrin-Gear Chevrolet. You’ll have access to our great selection of Silverado 1500 vehicles on our lot as well as a sales team that’s ready to meet your needs. Time to get started? Contact us today to learn more.

Disclaimers: 

*Requires Silverado 1500 Double Cab Standard Bed RST 4×4 with available 6.2L V8 engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.