2020 Ford F-250 vs Chevy Silverado 2500HD

If you’re looking for your next heavy-duty pickup truck, odds are you’ve come across the 2020 Ford F-250 and 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500–and it’s no wonder! With powerful engines, incredible towing capacities, and comfortable cabins, the F-250 and 2500 make for great pickup options for work or play!

How will drivers in the Plainfield, Indianapolis, and Avon area know which is the better option for them? That’s where our team at Andy Mohr Ford can help! In this Ford F-250 vs. Chevy Silverado 2500 vehicle comparison, we’ll give you the details you need to decide which pickup will best suit your daily driving needs.

Let’s get started by checking out the engine options in the F-250 and 2500:

	2020 Ford F-250	2020 Chevy Silverado 2500
Max Horsepower	475 horsepower	445 horsepower
Max Torque	1,050 lb-ft	910 lb-ft

Ford F-250 vs Chevy Silverado 2500: Optimum Engines  

When you’re opting for a heavy-duty pickup truck, we’re betting you’re going to want a little more power to your punch. Fortunately, you can’t go wrong with either the Ford F-250 or the Chevy Silverado 2500. These vehicles boast some seriously impressive engines that will have you towing with ease.

The Ford F-250 is sure to impress with its massive 6.7L Power Stroke^® V8 Turbo Diesel engine. You’ll achieve up to 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque so you can really get moving from the moment you press on the gas.

You won’t find quite as much power aboard the Chevy Silverado 2500, though, with its available Duramax^® 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8. This engine holds its own, but it doesn’t quite match up to the Ford F-250 as it only produces up to 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque.

Off-Road Capabilities

These trucks can do more than just tow. Though. They’re designed with 4x4 drivelines that provide them with extra traction when they’re moving over more rugged terrain. If you need to move through snow or over gravel, this driveline is well equipped to climb over anything in your way.

The Ford F-250 is a bit more well equipped for off-roading though with its available TorqShift® 10-Speed Automatic transmission with Selectable Drive Modes. You’ll have your choice of Normal, Tow/Haul, Eco, and Deep Sand/Snow modes so you can customize your transmission to offer better performance for an array of situations.

Available Towing Technology

When you’re out on the road with your trailer, it can be good to have technology that helps to make hauling a little bit easier. Both the Ford F-250 and the Chevy Silverado 2500 are designed with available Integrated Brake Controllers, which allow you to easily manipulate the gain on your trailer brakes.

Once you get to your destination, manipulating your trailer into its parking spot can require a bit of skill. Not with the Ford F-250, though. This vehicle is designed with an available Pro Trailer Backup Assist. With a built-in knob on inside of your cabin, you’ll be able to direct your trailer to steer left or right, so you don’t have to strategically move your truck for that perfect park.

F-250 & 2500 Cabin Technology

You might not think you’d consider the technology features in your next pickup truck, but when you check out what’s offered in the F-250 and 2500, you might think again!

The F-250 and Silverado 2500 both offer touchscreen infotainment systems that will keep you connected while you’re on the road. Ford’s SYNC^® 3 system comes standard with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, so you’ll have access to your favorite tunes and smartphone apps wherever you go!

When it comes to enjoying your cabin to the fullest, you’re going to want to fill it up with your favorite tunes. The Ford F-250 boasts some impressive audio technology with its available B&O Play^® Premium Audio System. This feature offers 10 speakers all throughout the cabin that will provide you with an exceptional surround sound experience.

The Chevy Silverado 2500 also brings its own premium audio system to the tabl,e but it’s not quite as good at the Ford F-250. You’ll find an available Bose Premium 7-Speaker audio system aboard this truck, but without a high number of speakers, you won’t catch as many details as you would in the Ford F-250.

Ford vs Chevy Truck Safety

Safety is on everyone’s mind when buying a vehicle they’re going to drive every day. As such, both the Ford F-250 and the Chevy Silverado 2500 are designed with plenty of active safety features that will keep you nice and secure at all times.

To help ensure you stop at a moment’s notice in case of a possible collision, these two trucks feature Automatic Emergency Braking. If you’re coming too close to a vehicle ahead of you, your truck will be able to preemptively engage the brakes to slow you down as soon as possible. This means improved reaction time when braking so you can avoid collision with ease.

If an accident does occur, though, you’ll feel safe knowing the Ford F-250 is equipped to help you. This truck is uniquely equipped with the SOS Post Crash Alert System, which helps to turn off your engine and provide alerts to keep you safe after an accident. It’ll be much easier for you to manage a collision with the help of this feature.

Ford F-250 vs Chevy Silverado 2500: The Results

While both the Ford F-250 and Chevy Silverado 2500 are great options when deciding on your next heavy-duty pickup truck, we think the F-250’s powerful engine options and impressive towing capacity and maximum payload make this pickup worth the test drive.

If you are in the areas of Plainfield, Indianapolis, and Avon, and would like to learn more about the Ford F-250, contact us at our Ford dealership today!

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