Compare the Ford F-150 to the Chevrolet Silverado
Compare the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado in Alexandria, VA
At our dealership, our selection of new Ford trucks includes the F-150, which has long set the standard for drivers in the Washington, DC area. We're here to guide you through the current options, provide details, and showcase our trucks. We're also here to provide you with a competitive comparison so you can make a smart decision when choosing your next truck. You can view our comparison of the Ford F-150 to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and see for yourself that a new F-150 is the sensible choice.
Exterior Features
With the F-150 and Silverado, you'll find multiple trim levels, different cab sizes, and bed lengths. Each has three cabs and bed lengths and offers stylish options, but they differ. With the F-150 you get a high-strength steel frame and military-grade aluminum body, with features like Pro-Access, a 20/60/20 split tailgate that lowers or swings open for added versatility. The Silverado has a similar feature called Multi-Flex tailgate, but it doesn't offer the ability to power up on the go. Select Ford F-150 vehicles have Pro Power onboard, meaning you can power tools, the tailgate, and even some household appliances and fixtures in a power outage.
Performance
With the 2024 Ford F-150, you'll find the following engine options:
- 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque
- 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with 400 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
- 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged hybrid V6 with 430 horsepower and 570 pound-feet of torque
- 5.0-liter with 400 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque
Each one of these engine options uses a 10-speed automatic transmission and offers class-leading towing capacity of up to 13,500 pounds and 2,455 pounds while also offering efficiency from its gas-powered vehicles and its hybrid.
The Chevrolet Silverado offers the following engine options:
- 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque
- 5.3-liter V8 with 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque
- 6.2-liter V8 with 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque
- 3.0-liter turbo diesel V6 with 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque
Silverado vehicles are mated to an eight- or ten-speed transmission, with a maximum towing of 13,300 pounds and a payload of 2,260 pounds. With the F-150, you're getting more power, more engine options, and more capability, making it the winner in performance.
Interior and Technology
Both the F-150 and Silverado 1500 have quality interiors, as you can find different seating options and plenty of room for you and your passengers, depending on the cabin size. There are also features like heated front seats, climate control, and more to provide a comfortable experience behind the wheel. You're also set to find quality technology, with both vehicles offering large touch displays and digital instrument gauge displays. You can find smartphone integration and Wi-Fi options, while Ford maintains a slight edge as it has technology available to aid in a better towing experience, including Pro Trailer Backup Assist and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist.
Safety
The Ford F-150 has many standard features, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and available features like lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist. There are also features like adaptive cruise control, and that includes Ford Blue Cruise, which is a hands-free driving feature that can let you take your hands off the wheel in selection conditions.
The Silverado has similar features, meaning you'll find the same, if not more, from F-150 vehicles when deciding to use other factors here in the Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and Clinton areas.
Pricing and Financing
There are different trim levels across the F-150 and Silverado 1500. On comparably-equipped 2024 options, the F-150 offers lower starting MSRP points than the Silverado 1500, and you'll find more power, capability, and quality onboard features.
Additionally, when you look at the current selection of new F-150 vehicles at Ourisman Ford of Alexandria, we'll be happy to review the different lease and purchase offers to help you craft a sensible payment plan. We have tools that allow you to make the process convenient, which includes the ability to apply for financing online using our secure application.
Discuss New F-150 Trucks with Us in Alexandria
The team here at our dealership in Alexandria, VA would be happy to provide you with more information and details and showcase all the current new F-150 trucks and highlight the different features, capability, and reasons why you should buy or lease one over the Chevrolet Silverado 1500. We can arrange a full vehicle walkthrough and let you get a better feel for the truck in our showroom while also being able to take it out for a test drive.
To get started, contact us at Ourisman Ford of Alexandria, serving those in Fort Washington and Washington, DC.
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Ourisman Ford of Alexandria
6129 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22303
- Sales: 703-660-9000
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