Why You Should Buy the Chevy Silverado 2019 Over the Ford F-150
Chevy has produced over 85 million trucks over the last 100-plus years and isn't slowing down any time soon. One of the secrets to Chevy's success is constant improvement, making their trucks stronger, more fuel-efficient, and more and more high-tech with every new generation.
Let's look at the Chevy Silverado 2019 and what makes it the better choice over Ford's latest F-150.
All-New Chevy Silverado 2019 Design
The Silverado got an all-new design for 2019. The new design offers a more modern interior and powertrain than the current F-150, which hasn't had a complete overhaul since 2015.
The 2019 Silverado's new design is slightly bigger than the previous generation. The larger size means more interior space and a wider box. The extra space in the box means the Silverado has more volume in all box configurations compared to the equivalent F-150.
Even with the increase in size, the new Silverado dropped some weight compared to the previous generation. This helps with fuel economy, meaning the truck is easier on gas than a comparable F-150.
Ford F150 vs Chevy Silverado Powertrains
Both companies offer a similar range of engines, from a base V6 to high-output options at the top-end. Ford and Chevy made different choices for their high-end engines though.
The F-150 sports a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine whereas the Silverado gets its jump from a 6.2-liter V8. On paper, you might expect a V6 to out-perform a V8 when it comes to fuel economy, but that isn't the case.
The Dynamic Fuel Management feature on Chevy's 6.2-liter engine will deactivate cylinders when they aren't needed to save fuel. If you're not pushing the engine hard, it can run on as little as a single cylinder. Combined with the lower weight of the new design, this means you'll get better gas mileage than the F-150 in spite of the bigger engine.
And of course, there's really no substitute for a powerful V8 when you're hauling real weight around.
Interior Design
The Silverado's larger size means more interior space. And more space means a more comfortable cabin.
The Silverado also provides a more modern design than the F-150, regardless of the trim level. Whether you're comparing utilitarian work trucks or high-end luxury cruisers, the Silverado has an edge over the F-150.
You also get more interior storage space in the Double Cab and Crew Cab configurations. These models have two storage boxes in the back of the cab, giving you space for storing smaller items, like jumper cables, so they aren't sliding around in the box.
The Bottom Line
JD Power gives the 2019 Silverado an above-average predicted reliability rating of 4 out of 5. These trucks are built to last.
Whichever side of the fence you're on in the Ford vs Chevy debate, you owe it to yourself to check out the Silverado. This truck will make a convert out of even the most hard-core Ford fans.
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