Find robust and capable power behind the wheels of the 2025 Ford F-150® or Chevy Silverado 1500. These iconic full-size pickup trucks both bring a lot to the table, from impressive towing capabilities to the latest tech, so which one is right for you? Find out by putting them head-to-head in this 2025 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado 1500 comparison created by the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL.
To learn more about the F-150, visit our F-150 review or our F-150 trims guide. If you’re looking for a Ford F-150 for sale near La Grange, IL, find it here in our inventory. Be sure to see what Ford F-150 lease deals we have as well. If you have any questions about the Ford F-150 price or features, feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (866) 306-5556.
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2025 Ford F-150
The 2025 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 have bold and distinctive exteriors that are sure to turn heads. You can find 17-, 18-, or 20-inch wheels on either vehicle, and LED headlamps and fog lamps are available. The F-150 additionally has LED box lighting with zone lighting.
Available F-150 exterior features include:
2025 Ford F-150
2025 Ford F-150
Find comfort and connectivity inside the 2025 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500. Enjoy cloth, sport cloth, ActiveX®, or leather seat upholstery in the F-150, or vinyl, cloth, or perforated leather seat upholstery in the Silverado 1500. Both pickups have available heated and ventilated front seats, though only the F-150 has the Active Motion® massage feature available. The latest technology is at your fingertips thanks to the SYNC® 4 infotainment system in the F-150 or the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system in the Silverado 1500.
Available F-150 interior features include:
Available F-150 technology features include:
The 2025 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 are powered by capable engines ready to take on your toughest challenges. Under the hood of the F-150, you can find one of six engines, which include three gas engines, a full-hybrid engine, a high-output V6 engine, or a supercharged engine, all paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The Silverado 1500 also has a range of choices, including three gas engines and one diesel engine, either paired with an eight-speed or ten-speed automatic transmission. The F-150 can tow a maximum of 13,500 pounds, while the Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds.
View engine specifications in the following table.
2025 Ford F-150®
| Engine | 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 | 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 3.5L PowerBoost® full hybrid V6 | High-output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 | 5.2L supercharged V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 325 HP | 400 HP | 400 HP | 430 HP | 450 HP | 720 HP |
| Torque | 400 lb.-ft. | 500 lb.-ft. | 410 lb.-ft. | 570 lb.-ft. | 510 lb.-ft. | 640 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4×2 / 4×4 | 4×2 / 4×4 | 4×2 / 4×4 | 4×4 | 4×4 | 4×4 |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 8,400 lbs. | 13,500 lbs. | 12,900 lbs. | 11,200 lbs. | 8,200 lbs. | 8,700 lbs. |
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500
| Engine | 2.7L TurboMax™ | 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 | 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel I6 | 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 355 HP | 305 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 430 lb.-ft. | 383 lb.-ft. | 495 lb.-ft. | 460 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 9,500 lbs. | 11,300 lbs. | 13,300 lbs. | 13,200 lbs. |
Bring your crew with you and load up the bed with the available 2025 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 configurations. You’ll find three cab and three bed options available to each. Seat up to three in either regular cab, five or six in the F-150 super or SuperCrew® cabs or Silverado 1500 double and crew cabs. The three bed lengths available to the F-150 include the 5.5-foot, 6.5-foot, and 8-foot beds, while the Silverado 1500 have similarly sized choices with a short, standard, or long bed.
View cab and bed specifications in the following tables.
| 2025 Mode | F-150 | F-150 | F-150 | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab | Regular | Super | SuperCrew | Regular | Double | Crew |
| Passenger Capacity | Three | Five or six | Five or six | Three | Five or six | Five or six |
| Headroom (Front/Rear) | 40.8 in. / N/A | 40.8 / 40.3 in. | 40.8 / 40.4 in. | 43.1 in. / N/A | 43 / 39.88 in. | 43 / 40.12 in. |
| Legroom (Front/Rear) | 43.9 in. / N/A | 43.9 / 33.5 in. | 43.9 / 43.6 in. | 44.53 in. / N/A | 44.53 / 35.24 in. | 44.53 / 43.4 in. |
| 2025 Model | F-150 | F-150 | F-150 | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 1500 | Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bed Options | 5.5-ft. | 6.5-ft. | 8-ft. | Short | Standard | Long |
| Bed Length | 67.1 in. | 78.9 in. | 97.6 in. | 69.9 in. | 79.4 in. | 98.1 in. |
| Bed Cargo Volume | 52.8 cu.-ft. | 62.3 cu.-ft. | 77.4 cu.-ft. | 62.9 cu.-ft. | 71.7 cu.-ft. | 89.1 cu.-ft. |
The 2025 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 are packed with innovative safety systems to help on every outing. Find essential features standard on either vehicle, including a lane-keeping system, rearview cameras, and automatic emergency braking. You can find exclusive driver assistance features available to the F-150, including the Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system and Intersection Assist 2.0 system, while the Silverado 1500 has the Super Cruise® hands-free highway driving system available.
If you’re looking for a tough and reliable pickup truck, there’s no doubt the 2023 Ford F-150® and Chevy Silverado 1500 have come across your radar. With so many configuration options, engines, technology, and interior designs, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. That’s why the team at Westfield Ford in Countryside, IL, has put the 2023 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 head-to-head in this comparison, so you can see the advantages of both.
If you’d like to learn more about the F-150, consider checking out our review or our trims guide. If you decide on the F-150, take the next step by browsing through our inventory. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (708) 354-8600.
The 2023 Ford F-150 starts at $33,695 MSRP, and the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 starts at $38,195 MSRP.
The 2023 Ford F-150 and 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 have robust exteriors designed to look commanding and tough. Complimenting this are available features like LED lighting, power sunroofs, and additional tailgate functionalities. The Ford F-150 has two unique systems, the Pro Power Onboard generator capability, and Onboard Scales. Configuration options for the F-150 include a regular, SuperCab, SuperCrew® cab and a 5.5, 6.5, and 8-foot bed, while the Silverado 1500 has regular, double, and crew cabs and short, standard, and long beds.
Store your tools, passengers, and more in the convenient cabins and beds of the 2023 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500. Utilize under-seat storage as well, and in the F-150, enjoy an interior work surface. See how the options compare with the charts here:
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Ford F-150 |
2023 Model |
Chevy Silverado 1500 |
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5.5-ft.. |
6.5-ft. |
8-ft. |
Bed Type |
Short |
Standard |
Long |
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67.1 in. |
78.9 in. |
97.6 in. |
Bed Length |
69.92 in. |
79.44 in. |
98.18 in. |
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52.8 cu.-ft. |
62.3 cu.-ft. |
77.4 cu.-ft. |
Cargo Volume |
62.9 cu.-ft. |
71.7 cu.-ft. |
89.1 cu.-ft. |
The engine is the heart of every pickup truck, and the 2023 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 have great options to choose from. There are more engines for the F-150, including a hybrid engine, while the Silverado 1500 may utilize a diesel engine. Both trucks can be equipped with a ten-speed automatic transmission and 4×2 or 4×4, though the Silverado 1500, if fitted with the 2.7L engine, uses an eight-speed automatic transmission. See how the engines compare with these following charts:
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2023 Ford F-150 |
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Engine |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Max. Towing |
MPG (city/hwy) |
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2.7L EcoBoost® V6 |
325 HP |
400 lb.-ft. |
10,100 lbs. |
20 / 26 |
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3.3L V6 |
290 HP |
265 lb.-ft. |
8,200 lbs. |
19 / 24 |
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3.5L EcoBoost V6 |
400 HP |
500 lb.-ft. |
14,000 lbs. |
18 / 24 |
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5.0L V8 |
400 HP |
410 lb.-ft. |
13,000 lbs. |
17 / 25 |
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High output 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (Raptor®) |
450 HP |
510 lb.-ft. |
8,200 lbs. |
15 / 18 |
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High output supercharged 5.2L V8 (Raptor R™) |
700 HP |
625 lb.-ft. |
8,700 lbs. |
10 / 15 |
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3.5L PowerBoost full hybrid V6 |
430 HP |
570 lb.-ft. |
12,700 lbs. |
25 / 25 |
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2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 |
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Engine |
Horsepower |
Torque |
Max. Towing |
MPG (city/hwy) |
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2.7L turbo I4 |
310 HP |
430 lb.-ft. |
9,500 lbs. |
19 / 22 |
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5.3L EcoTec3 V8 |
355 HP |
383 lb.-ft. |
11,300 lbs. |
17 / 21 |
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6.2L EcoTec3 V8 |
420 HP |
460 lb.-ft. |
13,300 lbs. |
16 / 20 |
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3.0L Duramax® I6 turbo diesel |
305 HP |
495 lb.-ft. |
13,300 lbs. |
24 / 29 |
The spacious interiors of the 2023 Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado 1500 are filled with technology, including safety and driver assistance features. Both trucks have rear view cameras, lane-keeping systems, collision alert and avoidance, among other systems. The BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology is uniquely available to the F-150.
Available F-150 trims:
Available Silverado 1500 trims:
