Ford F-150 Versus the Chevrolet Silverado

Don't Settle for Anything Less than the Ford F-150 Pickup Truck

It's an age-old battle in the world of pickup trucks: the Ford F-150 and the Chevrolet Silverado going head-to-head, with the Ford coming out on top -- as usual. Both started out as simple work trucks, and pretty much owned the truck market with little fanfare until recently. Even though a host of competitors have entered into the category, the two legendary trucks continue to lead the way in terms of capability, performance and amenities.

We know what really matters to our customers here in southeast Wyoming when it comes to a pickup truck, and that's payload and capability. With a maximum payload of 3,270 pounds, the Ford F-150 outhauls the Chevy by more than 1,000 pounds. In addition, the BoxLink system found in the F-150 allows owners to move the tie-downs to simplify and customize cargo storage -- a feature not found on the Silverado.

While the Silverado has the advantage in towing capacity, it's only by about 300 pounds -- so both trucks are going to pull the pretty much the same load. The F-150 also offers driver-assist features like Dynamic Hitch Assist and Trailer Sway Control, helping to alleviate some of the more common trouble spots with involved in towing.

Both vehicles are available in a variety of trim levels and offer multiple powertrain choices, but here, again, Ford outperforms the Chevy. The Silverado only offers three engine options, a V6 and two V8s; the F-150 gives owners a dizzying array of five: four V6 engines -- including three EcoBoost® beasts -- and a 5.0-liter V8. Those turbochargers help the F-150 deliver power without sacrificing fuel economy, allowing the Ford to best the Chevrolet in this all-important category.

Both trucks earned overall five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), but the F-150 scored higher marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).  Thanks to the reassurance these safety scores offer, you'll be able to relax and enjoy the F-150's superior interior space.

Whether you're looking for power, fuel economy, towing and hauling capability, the Ford F-150 is simply the superior truck. We invite you to stop by our Wheatland showroom and check out our inventory at your convenience. We look forward to seeing you soon!