Ford F-350 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 3500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford F-350 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford F-350 and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500.
In comparing the Ford F-350's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500's specifications and ratings, The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-350's and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is a better car than the Ford F-350.
Pricing: A used 1997 Ford F-350 ranges from $25,300 to $52,750 while a used 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is priced between $13,791 to $39,595.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford F-350’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 base engine makes 300 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the Ford F-350 and the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$18,980
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$18,802
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$17,070 - $20,895
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,060
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$25,554
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$22,700 - $30,620
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$38,666
Price Range:
$25,300 - $52,750
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$21,477
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$9,751 - $38,666
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
29
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
152,330
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,268
Price Range:
$13,791 - $39,595
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$18,998
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$11,554 - $26,268
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
15
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
136,185
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Ford F-350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford F-350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 3500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 9.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 6.2
Ford F-350 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Rankings
Available 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)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Ford F-350 Trim Levels
XL, XLT
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Trim Levels
LS, LT1, LT2, LT3, Work Truck
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
325 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12500 lbs
Max Payload:
4155 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
360 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
12000 lbs
Max Payload:
4658 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
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:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
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
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.8 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:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 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:
4645 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
213.3 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4942 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
224.5 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT265/75R16E
Exterior Colors
Beige
Light Prairie Tan
Black
Black
Blue
Indigo Blue Metallic / Portofino Blue Metallic / Royal Blue Metallic / Royal Blue Pearl Metallic / Teal Metallic
Green
Pacific Green Pearl Metallic / Vermont Green
Red
Dark Torreador Red Pearl Metallic / Laser Red Metallic Tint / Torreador Red Metallic / Vermillion
Silver
Light Opal Metallic / Silver Frost Pearl Metallic
White
Colonial White / Oxford White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan cloth / Tan premium cloth / Tan vinyl
Gray
Dark Charcoal cloth / Dark Charcoal premium cloth / Dark Charcoal vinyl
