Comparing the Ford F-150 vs The Chevy Silverado 1500
Comparing the Ford F-150 vs The Chevy Silverado 1500
In the world of full-sized trucks, the Ford F-150 reigns supreme-but not without some healthy competition. At Saybrook Ford, we'll show you how our prized workhorse compares to the new Chevy Silverado 1500.
Engines, Max Towing and Payload
Ford F-150
- 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6: 325 horsepower, 400 pound-feet of torque
- 3.5-liter PowerBoost® Full Hybrid V6: 430 horsepower, 578 poumd-feet of torque
- 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6: 400 horsepower, 500 pound-feet of torque
- 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8: 400 horsepower, 410 pound-feet of torque
- 3.5-liter High Output EcoBoost® V6 (Raptor® Only): 450 horsepower, 510 pound-feet of torque
- 5.2-liter Supercharged V8 (Raptor® R™ Only): 720 horsepower, 640 pound-feet of torque
To reach the max towing capacity of 13,500 pounds, you'll want to select the SuperCrew 6.5' box 4x4 with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 engine. If you're looking to land the highest payload capacity of 2,440 pounds, you'll want the Regular Cab box 4x2 with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6. Going off-road is simple with available features like Trail Control, 37-inch all-terrain tires, and selectable drive modes.
Work Readiness
It's not enough to have the power you need to get the job done; you need the versatility to make the job easier. The Ford F-150 offers a 7.2kW Pro Power Onboardâ„¢ setup, a Pro Access Tailgate with easy access to the cargo bed (even when hitched to a trailer), and LED lights that blaze a path to glory in the early morning or late evening hours at work in Clinton, CT.
Chevy Silverado 1500
- TurboMaxâ„¢: 310 horsepower, 430 pound-feet of torque
- 5.3-liter EcoTec®3 V8: 355 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque
- 6.2-liter EcoTEc3 V8: 420 horsepower, 460 pound-feet of torque
- Duramax® 3.0-liter Turbo-Diesel: 305 horsepower, 495 pound-feet of torque
When properly equipped, the Silverado 1500 offers a max towing capacity of 13,300 pounds. This truck also provides up to 2,260 pounds of payload support. Available off-road features include a 2-inch factory lift, 33-inch tires, and a 2-speed transfer case.
Work Readiness
The Silverado 1500 offers a multi-flex tailgate to help load and unload the flatbed, an available 120-volt outlet, and 12 tie downs. Like the Ford F-150, there's also a variety of towing features that help you manage larger loads throughout Old Saybrook, CT.
Interior Design and Comfort
Ford F-150
- Room for up to Six
- Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay®/ Android Auto™
- Standard Sport Cloth Seats
- Available Multi-contour Leather Bucket Seats with Active Motion®
- Available 13.4-inch Infotainment Screen
The Ford F-150 can turn your cabin into a makeshift office or create room for extra gear. The interior work surface features a middle compartment that can easily support a laptop when you need to quickly check measurements for a job or respond to a client. The lockable storage and flip and fold seats are the chef's kiss to a long workday in Middletown, CT.
Chevy Silverado 1500
- Room for up to Six
- Standard Cloth Seats
- Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay®/ Android Auto™
- Available Leather Seats with Custom Stitching
- Available 13.4-inch Infotainment Screen
The Chevy Silverado offers a versatile workspace like the F-150; however, you'll have to utilize the multi-flex tailgate to access it. The Cargo volume is also a plus, with up to 89.1 cubic feet of space to utilize inside the flatbed.
Exterior Design
Ford F-150
The standard 17-inch wheels on the F-150 XL look great. However, you can upgrade your wheel size up to 20 inches, depending on your trim selection. With multiple appearance packages, LED lighting upgrades, and unique hood designs, you can make your new Ford F-150 stand out from here to East Lyme, CT.
Chevy Silverado 1500
The Chevy Silverado 1500 offers a few off-road packages, like the Z71, that unlock 18-inch high-gloss Black painted wheels and a unique front hood. Other packages include Redline and Rally Special Editions, and wheel sizes can reach up to 20 inches on select models.
Saybrook Ford
We guess it wasn't much of a competition after all. Visit our Ford dealership near Old Saybrook, CT, and take your new Ford F-150 or any of our new Ford SUVs for a test drive. We also have new vehicle promotions you can cash in while you're here. After all, when you need a truck that makes hard days easier by the mile, you can't go wrong with a new Ford for sale near Colchester, CT.
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Old Saybrook, CT 06475
- Sales: 860-388-1293
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