There has always been somewhat of a rivalry between the Ford or the Chevy and this year is by no means any different. But what are the trucks offering this year and what can be expected in this heated debate? To start is a quick list of highlights showing what these two are featuring.
Key Takeaways:
- The Ford F-150 ranks as #1 in best selling pick-up truck, while Chevy comes in at #3 this year
- The F-150 has a 3.3L V6 engine with 290 HP & 265 lb ft of torque but also offers 5 other engine options.
- Rear view camera with hitch assist comes standard on the F-150 along with an 8 in touchscreen with Sync 4 Infotainment.
- Up to 11,300 lb of towing capability for the F-150 while the Silverado 1500 tows up to 13,300 lbs
- 6.2L V8 engine for the Silverado with max of 495 lb ft of torque.
- Infotainment system with a touchscreen in the Silverado 1500
These trucks are made for work and towing big loads with plenty of cab room to tote around whatever you may need on a daily basis. Although, not just for work, these trucks can come to play as well and have no trouble keeping up with the adventures of you and your loved ones. Diving further, it's time to check out what the buzz is regarding the better option between the two.
Which truck is the more viable option, the Ford or the Chevy?
This can be broken down in many different ways. But we will compare the reliability and longevity of both the Ford and Chevy companies. Ford has been around a long time and it offers more reliability than Chevy in terms of better safety, durability and great performance. While Chevy does have a high reliability rating as well, Ford comes out on top in this instance. It also depends on the model of car when speaking about these two companies and Ford has had the best selling trucks for decades in a row. Both have a high consistency of lasting for many miles and a lifespan of up to 13 years so you will have a long lasting truck no matter which way you lean.
When it comes down to technology, both of these trucks offer great safety and driver assist features as well so you know your family and loved ones will be safe when on a ride in either of these. Ford has five cars that earned the IIHS top safety pick rating and two cars in the Top Safety Pick Plus ratings which are winners in the larger SUV and truck categories. This sets it up to be the better pick over the Chevy when coming down to safety standards.
What about pricing and gas mileage on the 2023 Ford F-150 and the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500?
Let’s talk pricing on these two trucks. To start at the standard model the 2023 Ford F-150 is going to begin at $33,695 and the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500’s standard model starts at $36,300. This puts the Ford F-150 at being more fiscally responsible when purchasing a new truck. There are also additional trims to each model which go up in pricing with every trim level. So dependent on what you are looking for, this price could go up. As for gas, the given winner is going to be the 2023 Ford F-150. It has a better fuel economy across most trims than the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Summary:
Both the 2023 Ford F-150 and the 2023 Chevy Silverado come with a lot of offerings that can make any truck purchaser happy. The F-150 wins with all the engine options and of course being #1 in best selling trucks. With all the reliability and safety features to keep all of your passengers out of harm's way and the longevity and lifespan of this truck, it comes out on top as the winner in this truck debate.