Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
When comparing the Ford F-150's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a better car than the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford F-150's price is between $45,464 and $83,454, with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 priced between $42,837 and $73,258.
Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 31 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 4 out of 11. Out of 19 Best 6-seater Trucks, the Ford F-150 is ranked 7 and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is ranked 12.
Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 the reliability rating is 8.8 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 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 310 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the Ford F-150 and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, 98.2 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 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:
45464 - 83454
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42837 - 73258
Used Asking Price:
43986 - 69990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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15 out of / 19Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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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)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Custom, Custom Trail Boss, High Country, LT, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, RST, Work Truck, ZR2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
2250 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4391 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4410 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
210.9 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17