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2024 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Compare Full-Size Pickups in Huntsville, TX

A cornerstone of its class and a veritable American icon, the F-150 sets the standard for full-size pickups. Outstanding engineering, cutting-edge technology, and segment-leading capability have made the F-150 America's most popular vehicle for over four decades. And with myriad trims, features, and powertrains to choose from, it's easy to configure the F-150 to your specifications. To demonstrate what elevates the 2024 F-150 to the top of its class, here's a look at how it compares in a few key areas to its most prominent competitor, the Chevy Silverado.

2024 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Performance and Capability

Since truck owners have varying performance needs, the Ford F-150 offers five powertrains in its main lineup (excluding Raptor and Raptor R). And unlike the Chevy Silverado, even lower F-150 trims can equip high-powered engine options. Here's a quick overview.

(Note: Towing and payload figures are maximum capacities for properly equipped morels and are provided for comparison purposes. Always refer to the owner's manual and doorjamb sticker for vehicle-specific ratings.)

• The Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado each offer standard turbocharged 2.7-liter engines. The F-150's V-6 (325 hp, 400 lb-ft) can pull up to 10,100 pounds, while the Silverado's four-cylinder (310 hp, 420 lb-ft) is limited to 9,500 pounds.


• Ford's legendary 5.0L V-8 was recently re-tuned for 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque, increasing its max tow rating to 13,000 pounds - 1,700 more than Chevy's 5.3L V-8 (355 hp, 383 lb-ft), which tops out at 11,300 pounds).


• For maximum towing capability, Ford F-150 models equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost® V-6 (400 hp, 500 lb-ft) have a max trailer rating of 14,000 pounds, higher than any class competitor. The Silverado's 6.2-liter V-8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft) comes up shy with a max 13,300-pound tow rating.


• Both models provide fuel-saving options to accommodate drivers who regularly tow heavy loads and want something more efficient. The F-150 PowerBoost turbo-V6 is the segment's first full-hybrid model, producing 430 hp/570 lb-ft for a max tow rating of 12,700 pounds. The Silverado offers a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel (305 hp, 495 lb-ft) with a 13,300-pound max tow rating.).

Do your truck-related needs lean more toward payload than trailering? The Ford F-150 can be configured to carry up to 3,310 pounds, exceeding the Silverado's most capable configuration (2,260) by more than 1,000 pounds.

2024 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Technology

Both models offer an assortment of tech features for a more confined and convenient towing experience, including helpful trailering apps, surround-view camera systems, and extended blind-spot coverage. However, Pro Trailer Backup Assist is exclusive to the Ford F-150, making reversing with a trailer as easy as turning a dial.

Ford also offers Pro Power OnBoard, turning the F-150 into a mobile generator with 2.0 - 7.2 kW of power through four or six outlets. It's a great complement for many situations, from job sites to tailgate parties, and isn't available in the Silverado.

2024 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Available Features

While the F-150 and Silverado each offer extensive equipment options, the Ford makes many desirable amenities more accessible at lower trim levels. For example, the mid-tier Lariat model includes power-adjustable front seats with heating and cooling, leather upholstery, power-folding side mirrors, and LED exterior lighting. The Silverado limits these features to higher grades, reserving some for the penultimate LTZ tier.

The F-150 also offers several amenities you won't find on Silverado's roster, including massage functionality, "Max Recline" front seats, seats, an interior work surface, an integrated cargo scale, and a twin-panel moonroof.

Test-Drive the Ford F-150 in Huntsville, TX

Reach out to Bill Fick Ford to learn more about the 2024 F-150's available features, financing opportunities, and how you can reserve one to fit your needs and lifestyle. If you'd like a closer look at any of the models in our new Ford inventory, we invite you to visit us in Huntsville for a test drive. We'd love to give you a tour.