The 2024 Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 face off in the biggest truck rivalry of all time — Ford vs. Chevy. The two full-size pickup trucks routinely rank as the first and second-best-selling vehicles in the U.S. Ford holds the best-seller bragging rights, if you are curious.
Each truck is highly customizable and can be transformed from standard work trucks to rock-crawling adventure machines to luxury models packed with leather upholstery and multiple versions between.
Which truck will come out ahead in this comparison? Keep reading to find out.
2024 Ford F-150
Ford went to great lengths to streamline the F-150 shopping experience. That’s not a bad thing, considering ordering features on Ford’s best-selling truck could be akin to taking a course in quantum mechanics.
The 2024 Ford F-150 benefits from a mid-cycle freshening that includes updated exterior styling, a revamped cabin, more tech items, and clever storage solutions. Pricing starts at $38,765, including factory-to-dealer delivery fees.
Ford F-150 Highlights
Engine variety: Truck buyers love having many choices, which explains why so many flock to the Ford F-150. The truck offers five engine choices, starting with a 320-horsepower twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 as the standard powertrain. Also available is a 5.0-liter V8, a hybrid V6, a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6, and a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 reserved for the mighty Raptor R model.
Upgraded tech: A 12-inch touchscreen and 12-inch digital instrument panel are newly standard in every Ford F-150. The infotainment system has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, and advanced voice recognition. Ford’s infotainment units are highly informative and easy to use. A head-up instrument display is available for the first time in the F-150.
Class-leading towing and hauling: Few do it better than the Ford F-150 when it comes to towing and hauling. When properly equipped, the truck has a maximum payload capacity of 2,455 pounds and a towing capacity of 13,500 pounds. The Silverado comes close, though it doesn’t quite match these figures.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the F-150 models near you.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 rolls into the 2024 model year with a few welcome changes. Wireless smartphone connectivity is standard, and you can now fit a turbodiesel in the off-road-focused ZR2 model, and safety packages gain front and rear parking sensors. Pricing starts at $37,445, including delivery charges.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Highlights
Strong standard engine: The turbodiesel has loads of torque, and the two available 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter V8 engines have plenty of punch when called upon. Don’t discount the base turbocharged 4-cylinder. It produces a stout 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque. It’s also reasonably good on gas with an EPA-estimated 21 mpg combined.
Trailering tech: Chevrolet wants to help take the stress out of towing. With this in mind, available features like the Trailer Camera System and Max Trailering Package are great to have onboard. The camera arrangement provides 14 views of the truck and trailer, while Max Trailering goodies consist of stronger rear springs, a more robust rear axle, and additional cooling.
Multi-Flex tailgate: This feature ranks as one of the most clever features any automaker has designed for a truck. Offered on every trim, this two-piece tailgate can serve as a handy step, function as a work surface (including a handy built-in ruler), or extend the cargo bed. Ford introduced its Pro Access Tailgate for the 2024 model year, with a partial swing-gate function for the center section of the gate. The feature hasn’t spread to the entire lineup but will add healthy function when it takes hold.
Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Silverado 1500 models near you.
Similarities
You couldn’t ask for two trucks with more overlap at every one of their many trim levels. They’re priced and sized extremely close to one another and have identical basic and powertrain warranty coverage. And if fuel economy is a top priority, the Ford F-150’s hybrid engine and the Chevy Silverado’s turbodiesel are available.
Conclusion
The Chevy Silverado is nipping at the proverbial heels of the Ford F-150 and is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a full-size pickup truck. It can’t quite match the best hauling and towing figures posted by the Ford, though few truck owners ever come anywhere close to using their vehicle’s maximum capabilities.
When the dust settles, the Ford F-150 maintains a slight edge and justifies its long-running status as our Full-Size Truck Best Buy award winner. This year’s round of updates made a good thing even better.
| 2024 Ford F-150 | 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | |
| Starting Price | $37,445 | $37,445 |
| Popular Powertrains | ||
| Engine | Twin-turbo 2.7-liter V6 | Turbo 2.7-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 325 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel economy | 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway/21 mpg combined | 18 mpg city/22 mpg highway/20 mpg combined |
| Also Available | 5.0-liter V8, twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6, twin-turbo gas-electric V6, supercharged 5.2-liter V8, 4WD | Turbodiesel 3.0-liter inline-6, 5.3-liter V8, 6.2-liter V8, 4WD |
| Specs | ||
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 5 years/60,000 miles | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| NHTSA Overall Safety | 5 star | 5 star |
| Max Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 145.0 inches (crew cab/short box) | 147.4 inches (crew cab/short box) |
| Overall Length | 231.7 inches | 231.9 inches |
| Width | 79.9 inches | 81.2 inches |
| Height | 75.2 inches | 75.5 inches |
| Turning Diameter | 47.8 feet | 46.3 feet |
| Headroom, Front | 40.8 inches | 43.0 inches |
| Headroom, Rear | 40.4 inches | 40.1 inches |
| Legroom, Front | 43.9 inches | 44.5 inches |
| Legroom, Rear | 43.6 inches | 43.4 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Front | 66.7 inches | 66.0 inches |
| Shoulder Room, Rear | 66.0 inches | 65.2 inches |
| Cargo Volume | 52.8 cubic feet | 62.9 cubic feet |
