Ford F-150 vs. Chevrolet Silverado

2026 Ford F-150 vs. 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500

Performance

When you choose a Ford F-150, you'll have your pick of several incredible engine options. While the Silverado 1500 has more than one engine you can choose from, the choices don't compare. When you're behind the wheel of a F-150, you'll enjoy boundless power that makes you proud and the competition jealous. Take a look at the different engines you can equip.

• 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque
• 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 with 400 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
  
• 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 with 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque
• 3.5-liter PowerBoost™ Full Hybrid V6 with 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque
• 3.5-liter EcoBoost® High-Output V6 with 450 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque
• Supercharged 5.2-liter High-Output V8 with 720 horsepower and 640 pound-feet of torque

Towing & Hauling

The F-150 and Silverado are heralded as reliable pickup trucks. At the end of the day, you want a truck with enough strength to make big things happen. Fortunately, the F-150 is here. It offers more towing power and payload than the Silverado 1500. See for yourself.

• 13,500 pounds of maximum towing capability
• 2,440 pounds of maximum payload capability

The Silverado 1500 falls short at:

• 13,300 pounds of maximum towing capability
• 2,260 pounds of maximum payload capability

Off-Road Capability

Do you feel like challenging the trails? The F-150 is perfectly suited to conquering the pavement while being versatile enough to command respect on the trails. Seamlessly switch from backroads to paved roads in this impressive automobile. The F-150 features models like the Raptor and Raptor R, both of which deliver impressive power and enhanced stability, giving you an easier time even when the roads look challenging. The Silverado 1500 ZR2 is their off-road-focused version, but falls short when it comes to the Raptor and Raptor R.

The F-150 Raptor and Raptor R come with powerful engines. The Raptor R's 720-horsepower Supercharged 5.2-liter High-Output V8 is a masterpiece that delivers unstoppable power, while its FOX™ dual live shocks offer enhanced sport-tuned handling that keeps you in control of every moment.

Technology

The Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 offer outstanding tech features. These technologies are designed to ensure you can enjoy a fun and safe journey. The F-150 features our BlueCruise hands-free driving technology, which allows you to take a hands-off approach to exploration on over 130,000 miles of connected North American highways. Additionally, with our SYNC® 4 technology, you will enjoy a user experience that's worth bragging about.

Additional features like our Pro Power Onboard and Ford Co-PILOT360™ technology give the F-150 a leg up on the Silverado 1500. These features allow you to explore with greater confidence, elevating your truck's functionality and bringing more smiles to the faces of those you love.