For decades, both Ford and Chevy have been in friendly competition when it comes to their new flagship pickup trucks, the F-150 and the Silverado 1500, respectively. Fans of both trucks point to various reasons one truck is better: performance, capability, and a host of features. Ford and Chevy offer their customers in Huntsville, TX a wealth of features and performance options, yet one truck is head and shoulders above its competition.
Engine Options
The Ford F-150 provides many engine options, including an optional hybrid powertrain. Engine options include:
- A 3.3-liter V6
- A 5.0-liter V8
- A 2.7-liter V6
- A 3.0-liter V6 diesel
The Chevy Silverado 1500 offers drivers in Huntsville, TX multiple engine options. They include:
- A turbocharged 2.7-liter four cylinder
- A 5.3-liter V8 gas engine
- A 6.2-liter V8 gas engine
- A 3.0-liter Duramax diesel engine
Performance
The F-150 offers a wealth of performance range. The basic engine offers 290 horsepower, while the 5.0 V8 provides 400 horsepower. The other optional V6 engines offer between 325 and 400 horsepower, while the diesel offers 250 horsepower. The hybrid powertrain includes the 3.5-liter V6 with an electric motor for up to 700 miles of driving range. That's simply something that the Silverado 1500 doesn't offer. The F-150 is rated to tow between 8,200 pounds and 13,000 pounds.
The standard engine offering in the Chevy Silverado 1500, the four-cylinder, provides up to 310 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. The 5.3-liter V8 provides drivers in Huntsville, TX with up to 355 horsepower, while the larger, 6.2-liter V8 provides 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. The Duramax diesel provides loads of performance power, particularly for drivers towing heavy loads regularly. At 495 pound-feet of torque, the Duramax offers the most performance power of the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine offerings. Depending upon how the Silverado is configured, the Chevy Silverado 1500 is rated to tow between 8,900 pounds and 11,000 pounds.
Interior Features
One caveat of the Ford F-150 is its propensity to become a mobile workspace. The center console folds so a laptop may be placed in the area, and the mobile hotspot provides 4G LTE internet access. The cabin also features multiple storage spaces, and mid-level trims offer all the amenities one could ask for. However, the Platinum and Limited add premium materials to the upholstery and other interior spaces.
The Chevy Silverado 1500 comes standard with everything one could need in a work truck, but upper trims offer a wealth of amenities. The standard features of the Silverado include power steering, power windows, and vinyl flooring. However, the Silverado 1500 may be configured so that the truck offers a wealth of features (note - an infotainment touchscreen is standard in every Silverado) as well as plenty of creature comforts, including heated and cooled seats.
Technology Features
The Ford F-150 is equipped with the Ford Sync 4 infotainment system. A 12-inch infotainment screen is standard across trims.
The digital gauge cluster is typically 12 inches in diameter on its rival, and the Silverado 1500 is standard equipped with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. In higher trims, the infotainment touchscreen is 13.4 inches in diameter.
Safety Features
The Ford F-150 is standard equipped with the Ford CoPilot360 Safety System, which provides all types of driver assists from blind spot monitoring to adaptive cruise control.
The Silverado 1500 offers a wealth of towing assists and some driver assists, including automated emergency braking. However, SuperCruise is only available on the top trim level.
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Overall, the reliability and wealth of features offered in the Ford F-150 have made it the choice for drivers in Huntsville, TX for decades. The F-150 can haul heavy loads, offers multiple powerful engines, and provides a wealth of amenities that the competition simply can't. See our dealership in Huntsville, TX today to see this impressive truck and schedule a test drive.
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