2020 Ford F-150 vs Chevy Silverado

If you are in the market for a full-size pickup truck, you might be wondering which one would suit you best, the 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado. Both of these trucks have the features and style you want, so we have to perform an in-depth comparison to see if the data gives us the winner. At Phil Long Chapel Hills, we have a personal favorite, but we like to back it all up with information. That's why we will look at the engine options, prices, towing capacity and features of both pickups.

Release Dates | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The 2020 Ford F-150 was released in October of this year. You can purchase the full-size truck now. The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado is also available to buy right now.

Highlights | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

For 2020, the Ford F-150 lineup gained a new ten-speed automatic transmission and also expanded the engine selection. For 2020, the Chevrolet Silverado also added a new ten-speed automatic, plus released a 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine.

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Price & Trims | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The starting price of a 2020 Ford F-150 is $28,495. The top-of-the-line Limited model starts at just $67,485, plus you could opt for the off-road Raptor model with a starting price of only $53,205. The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado starts slightly lower at $28,300, with the top-of-the-line High Country starting at $54,595.

MPG| 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The 2020 Ford F-150 receives 19/25 mpg with the base engine combined with rear-wheel-drive. With the EcoBoost engine, you can expect 20/26 mpg instead. If you choose the larger EcoBoost or the V8 motor, you will find fuel economy numbers at 17/23 mpg. Finally, the high-output EcoBoost produces 17/22 mpg. The 2020 Chevy Silverado has a rating of 23/33 mpg with the turbodiesel six-cylinder. Other numbers include 20/23 mpg with the four-cylinder and 16/21 mpg with the V6.

Engine Options | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

Ford has six engine options with the F-150. You can choose the base naturally aspirated V6, two turbocharged EcoBoost motors, a V8, high-output turbo V6 and turbodiesel. The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado also has a nice selection of engine options. There is a standard V6, turbo four-cylinder, inline six-cylinder turbodiesel and two V8 motors.

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Power & Performance | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The base engine on the Ford F-150 produces 290 horsepower. From there, you will see 325 and 375 horsepower with the EcoBoost engines and 395 horsepower out of the V8. If you prefer the high-output EcoBoost, expect 450 horsepower, or choose the 250-horsepower turbodiesel instead. On the other hand, the 2020 Chevy Silverado's base engine only pumps out 285 horsepower. Aside from that, the turbo four-cylinder produces 310 horsepower, while the V8s pump out 355 and 420 horsepower. The turbodiesel has a rated output of 277 horsepower.

Off-Road Handling | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor is designed for off-road adventures. It is based on the Limited trim and comes with four-wheel drive, and off-road racing suspension, locking rear differential and skid plates. The 2020 Chevy Silverado features a Z71 Off-Road Package. You can get this with the WT, LT and High Country. It features an off-road suspension, two-speed transfer case, automatic locking rear differential, skid plates and hill descent control.

Towing Capacity |2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The new 2020 Ford F-150 will tow up to 13,200 pounds when properly equipped. The 2020 Chevy Silverado, on the other hand, tows up to 13,400 pounds with the right equipment.

Payload Capacity |2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

A 2020 Ford F-150 can haul up to 3,270 pounds, which is the best in class. The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado has a payload capacity of up to 2,250 pounds. That is more than 1,000 pounds less than the Ford.

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Curb Weight | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

A 2020 Ford F-150 features a curb weight of 4,069 to 5,697 pounds, while the Silverado curb weight measures between 4,520 and 5,240 pounds.

Dimensions | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The 2020 Ford F-150 measures 209-251″ L x 80-86″ W x 75-79″ H, while the 2020 Chevy Silverado clocks in at 230-241″ L x 81″ W x 75-78″ H. You can see that the F-150 features a wider range of options.

Bed Length | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

With a 2020 Ford F-150, you can choose from three bed lengths measuring between 66 to 96″. The Chevrolet Silverado also has three bed length options ranging from 69.6 to 98.4″.

Safety | 2020 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado

The 2020 Ford F-150 SuperCrew was awarded a five-star overall rating from the NHTSA, while the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado only received four stars. Furthermore, the 2020 Ford F-150 features a rearview camera, Dynamic Hitch Assist, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, curve control and pedestrian braking as standard technology. With the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado, you only receive a rearview camera and the Teen Driving program.

The Winner Is….

If you want the safer of the two options filled with lots of standard safety features, you want to drive a 2020 Ford F-150. It has a low starting price, plenty of power and exceptional payload numbers.

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You simply can't go wrong when you browse the new F-150 trucks at Phil Long Chapel Hills. You can also look through our selection of 2019 Ford F-150 models and the used F-150 as well.