2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150
In comparing the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2021 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and resale value. The 2021 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2021 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a better car than the 2021 Ford F-150.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $31,800 to $52,499 while a used 2021 Ford F-150 is priced between $34,597 to $61,974.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 31 percent of its value and the 2021 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Ford F-150.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Ford F-150's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 4 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is ranked 12 and the Ford F-150 is ranked 7.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.8 out of 10. For the Ford F-150 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-150.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the 2021 Ford F-150 base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Silverado 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 588 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. This gives the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Ford F-150. The Silverado 1500 uses regular unleaded, and the F-150 uses e85, regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 Ford F-150 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches, and the 2021 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.30 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
31800 - 52499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
34597 - 61974
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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15 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Custom, Custom Trail Boss, High Country, LT, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, RST, Work Truck
2021 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, Tremor, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1985 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4520 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
229.5 inches
Wheelbase:
139.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4025 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17