2021 Ford F-250 vs Chevy Silverado 2500 HD

Power and Capabilities of the F-250 vs Silverado 2500 HD

While both trucks offer strong performance, the 2021 F-250 produces more power. With it, you will have three engine options:

• 6.2L Flex Fuel V8
• 7.3 V8
• 6.7 Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel

At its best, the F-250 generates 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque when equipped with the available 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel engine. The Chevy Silverado 2500 HD also has an available turbo diesel V8 engine, but it only creates a max of 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque.

All the power the Ford F-250 can generate translates into impressive capabilities. You can configure it to tow up to 22,800 pounds or carry a maximum payload of 4,260 pounds. At its best, the Silverado 2500 HD has a towing capacity of 18,510 pounds and a payload capacity of 3,857 pounds.

Inside the Ford F-250 vs Chevy Silverado 2500 HD

In either truck, there are various options you can design with and equip to your truck's cabin. With the 2021 Ford F-250, you have various available seating options, like:

• Kingsville Antique Affect leather seats
• Dark Marsala leather seats
• 2-tone leather seats

The Silverado 2500 HD also has its own leather seating options you can get, like the available Gideon/Very Dark Atmosphere and Jet Black/Carhartt Brown options. They each offer premium features too, like heated and ventilated front seats as well as a 10-way power driver's seat.

However, there are some differences in the space their cabins have:

As you can see, the F-250 ultimately provides more space for rear passengers when your friends or family are joining for the ride.

Comparing Their Safety Features

From camera systems to various driver-assistive technologies, both trucks are designed to help when towing or driving. Although, there are a few features you can only get with the 2021 Ford F-250, which includes:

• Pro Trailer Backup Assist™: With the simple turn of a knob, this available feature will make sure your trailer turns in the direction you want it to go while backing up.
• Trailer Coverage: The available BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert also features Trailer Coverage. This system can account for the size of your trailer when scanning for cars in your blind spot.
• Trail Control™: Whenever you head off the paved roads onto the dirt paths with your F-250, this available feature acts as an off-road cruise control. With it, you can focus on steering along uneven terrain.

While the Chevy Silverado 2500 HD does have an assistive feature available that can alert you of cars in your blind spot, it only can account for just the truck's blind spot when doing so. It does not factor in your trailer.