The Ford F-150 has been a favorite of pickup enthusiasts for decades, but how does it stack up against a formidable rival, the 2024 Chevy Silverado? There can only be one winner, so let's compare the pros and cons of both trucks.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- While the Chevy Silverado is impressive, the F-150 is a towing and hauling powerhouse.
- All F-150 infotainment touchscreen systems are now a standard 12-inches.
- The F-150 trims have slightly lower MSRPs than those of the Silverado, particularly in lower trims.
Comfort, Tech and Infotainment: Ford F-150
Both the F-150 and Silverado seat up to five (with bucket seats) or six (with a front bench seat). The two lowest trims in the F-150 have cloth upholstery, while the Lariat and above have leather-trimmed upholstery and heated and ventilated front seats with power adjustments. The lowest trim on the Silverado has vinyl seating, while higher trims feature cloth or leather upholstery.
No matter the trim, the F-150 features a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Sync 4, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and Wi-Fi connectivity and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. Many of these or equivalent systems are offered in the Silverado.
The driver information display in lower Silverado trims is small, at just 3.5-inches. Its infotainment system is smaller than the F-150s, with just a 7-inch touchscreen. The LT and above offer a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 13.4-inch infotainment touchscreen.
Engine Power: Ford F-150
The F-150 offers six engine configurations, giving potential owners more variety.
- 2.7-liter V-6 turbo (325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque)
- 5.0-liter V-8 (400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque)
- 3.5-liter V-6 (400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque)
- Turbo 3.5L V6, Raptor specific (450 horsepower, 510 lb-ft of torque)
- Supercharged 5.2L V8, Raptor R-specific (700 horsepower, 640 lb-ft of torque)
- PowerBoost hybrid powertrain (430 horsepower, 570 lb-ft of torque)
In comparison, the Chevy Silverado has less options:
- Turbocharged 2.7L four-cylinder (310 horsepower, 430 pound-ft of torque)
- 5.3L V8 (355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft of torque)
- 6.2L V8 (420 horsepower, 460 lb-ft of torque)
- Turbo 3.0L six-cylinder diesel engine (305 horsepower, 495 lb-of torque)
Towing and Hauling: Ford F-150
The F-150 is known to be a beast when it comes to hauling and towing. (It is one of the most popular work trucks on the market, after all!) When properly equipped, 2024 F-150 can tow a maximum capacity of 13,500 pounds, with payloads of up to 2,445 pounds. The XLT and above come standard with Pro Trailer Hitch Assist and Pro Trailer Backup Assist, making pulling a trailer (or a similarly weighted item) that much easier and safer.
The Chevy Silverado gets close but it can’t move mountains in the way the F-150 does. With the proper configuration, however, it can tow up to 13,300 pounds and haul payloads of up to 2,260 pounds. Not too shabby, but not Ford tough!
Price Tag and Configurations: A Mixed Bag
There are plenty of options with the F-150 and the Silverado. The F-150 has eight trim levels to the Silverado’s nine. Each model has upgrade options ranging from heated front seats and leather upholstery to a panoramic sunroof, among other bells and whistles.
The F-150’s eight trim levels are competitively priced. Their starting prices are:
- XL: $36,770
- STX: $43,895
- XLT: $47,620
- Tremor: $64,150
- Lariat: $65,195
- King Ranch: $73,735
- Platinum: $73,735
- Raptor: $78,330
In comparison, the 2024 Silverado’s base trim is just a few dollars more, at $36,800. While it does offer one extra trim level, the F-150 is more affordable in lower level trims.
The Best Truck for You
While you can’t go wrong with either truck, the 2024 Ford F-150 offers more options, more value and more towing power. If you’re still unsure, come in and experience it for yourself today!