2023 Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado 1500

If you’re looking to give your Portage commute an upgrade with a robust new pickup truck, you can’t go wrong with the 2023 Ford F-150! The legendary flagship of the Ford lineup has been refreshed for the 2023 model year, featuring two-brand new trims, a wide variety of powerhouse engine options, and the latest technology inside and out.

Whether you’re hauling cargo, running errands, or heading off the beaten path on an adventure, you can do it with ease behind the wheel of the new F-150! But how does this iconic work truck stack up to its biggest competitor, the Chevy Silverado? If you’re stuck deciding between the F-150 vs. Silverado, check out the comparison guide below from DeNooyer Ford.

Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Trim Levels

Price is typically the first thing that drivers consider when shopping for a new pickup truck, and right off the bat, you’ll see that the new Ford F-150 costs about $2,000 less than the Chevy Silverado. Both trucks offer plenty of trims to choose from, but Ford has added two brand-new models to its lineup–the Rattler and Heritage Edition–while the Chevy lineup is unchanged. Here’s the starting price for both trucks as well as the full list of trims:

• 2023 Ford F-150 XL: MSRP from $33,695
• 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 WT: MSRP from $35,600

2023 Ford F-150 Trim Levels

• F-150 XL
• F-150 XLT
• F-150 Rattler
• F-150 Heritage Edition
• F-150 LARIAT
• F-150 King Ranch
• F-150 Platinum
• F-150 Limited
• F-150 Tremor
• F-150 Raptor

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trim Levels

• Silverado 1500 WT
• Silverado 1500 Custom
• Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss
• Silverado 1500 LT
• Silverado 1500 RST
• Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss
• Silverado 1500 LTZ
• Silverado 1500 ZR2
• Silverado 1500 High Country

Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado: Powertrain Options

The best pickup trucks live and die by their engines, and you’ll find impressive power under the hood of both the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado! However, when examining the full list of powertrains for both work trucks, the Ford F-150 pulls ahead in a few key categories. For one thing, you have the advantage of choice, with six engines to choose from compared to the Chevy’s four. There’s also a hybrid powertrain if you want to maximize your efficiency on the Schoolcraft roads, a 10-speed automatic transmission with every single engine option, and a more powerful top-level engine. Here’s what each truck offers:

2023 Ford F-150 Engine Specs

• 3.3L TI-VCT V6:290 hp, 265 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• 2.7L EcoBoost V6:325 hp, 400 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• 3.5L EcoBoost V6: 400 hp, 500 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• High Output 3.5L EcoBoost: 450 hp, 510 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• 3.5L PowerBoost Full Hybrid V6: 430 hp, 570 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• 5.0L TI-VCT V8: 400 hp, 410 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission

2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Engine Specs

• 2.7L Turbocharged L3B I-4: 310 hp, 348 lb-ft of torque, 8-speed transmission
• 5.3L EcoTec3 V8: 355 hp, 383 lb-ft of torque, 8-speed transmission
• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8: 420 hp, 460 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission
• 3.0L Duramax I6: 277 hp, 460 lb-ft of torque, 10-speed transmission

Find Your Next Work Truck at DeNooyer Ford!

If you have any questions about the Ford F-150 vs. Chevy Silverado 1500 reliability, specs, or anything else, feel free to contact our office! You can also contact us to set up a test drive around Three Rivers, and we’ll get you behind the wheel in no time. Be sure to check out our model research hub if you’re interested in learning more about the F-150 and the other vehicles in our current lineup!