An Age-Old Rivalry: The 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD vs the 2024 Ford F-350

What job will you tackle when you find the perfect Chevy Silverado 3500 for sale? Chevrolet’s heavy-duty lineup is impressive, with trucks like the Silverado 3500 HD earning acclaim for its brute strength, value-oriented packaging, and innovative technologies. The combination gives the best-selling Silverado 3500 HD an edge over rivals like the Ford F-350. 

You’re already off to an excellent start with your Chevy Silverado 3500 search. But, as a premier Chevrolet dealer, we’re dedicated to helping you make an informed and confident purchase. Today, that means comparing the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD with the 2024 F-350 to reveal how Chevrolet goes above and beyond to build a more well-rounded truck that offers tangible value, outstanding capability, and more functional features than its Blue Oval opponent. 

#1 – Pricing and Value 

Chevrolet opened its doors in the early 1900s to make reliable, performance-oriented vehicles accessible to drivers. Today, that legacy continues with the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD, which starts at $44,600 for the entry-level Work Truck or WT.^[a] The WT sets the benchmark for the value-packed lineup, from its 6.6L V8 engine to the Chevrolet trailering package, segment-leading Durabed, and Chevy Safety Assist suite of driver-assist technologies. So, how does this compare to the 2024 F-350? 

Ford asks drivers to dig deeper into their pockets and spend more on the 2024 F-350. The F-350 XL starts the lineup at $46,015, but its higher price tag doesn’t equate to more features or better capability. Instead, the F-350 XL has a standard V8 powerplant like the Silverado 3500 HD, but the Chevrolet engine produces more torque for a higher towing capacity. Moreover, the F-350 XL doesn’t offer as many standard features beyond Trailer Sway Control and a Trailer Brake Controller.  

#2 – Performance and Capability 

Chevrolet and Ford are well-known for their powertrain lineups, and the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD and 2024 F-350 are no exceptions. As heavy-duty trucks, the Silverado 3500 HD and F-350 are engineered to work harder and tow heavier loads. So, how do the trucks and their multi-engine lineups compare? 

At first glance, the F-350 seems to gain an advantage, with its four-engine lineup overshadowing the Silverado 3500’s two powertrain options. However, the details tell more of the story, especially with Ford requiring drivers to pay a premium for the Power Stroke Turbo-Diesel and its high-output sibling. Chevrolet doesn’t make that demand and delivers comparable power for far more value. How so? 

The 2024 F-350’s base engine is a 6.8L V8 that produces 405 horsepower and 445 lb-ft of torque. The smooth-shifting ten-speed automatic transmission balances performance and efficiency, with the F-350 yielding a base towing capacity of 18,900 pounds. This output is impressive until you consider the Silverado 3500 HD’s base powerplant, which produces more torque and a higher towing capacity. For 2024, the Silverado 3500’s 6.6L V8 sets the baseline and delivers 401 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque for a maximum towing capacity of 19,080 pounds. 

 As you climb the powertrain lineups, Ford offers two Power Stroke options. The standard Power Stroke produces 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, pushing the truck’s maximum towing capacity to 32,600 pounds. You would think that this must mean the high-output Power Stroke skyrockets those figures, but that isn’t the case. Instead, the high-output diesel yields a maximum towing capacity of 32,900 pounds, a figure the Silverado 3500 HD easily overshadows with its 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel pulling 36,000 pounds without breaking a sweat. 

#3 – Bed Design and Cargo Capacity 

When shopping for a heavy-duty truck, most are instantly drawn to powertrains and towing capacities because that capability is integral. However, looking at cargo space and bed design is also essential. Why? As we see with Chevrolet and Ford, not every heavy-duty truck is the same. 

For 2024, both the Chevy truck and the Ford truck offer a choice of bed lengths–standard or extended. The F-350’s standard bed is 6.8′ and offers 65.4 cu.ft. of cargo space, compared to the longer 8.2′ bed with 78.5 cu.ft. of space. Ford makes accessing this cargo easier by incorporating integrated box-side steps and a rear corner bumper step, which Chevrolet has done for years. However, this addition isn’t enough to give the F-350 an edge over its Chevy rival. 

The Silverado 3500 HD’s standard bed measures 6.9′ and offers 69.5 cu.ft. of room, which is more than the F-350’s standard bed capacity. Chevrolet’s revolutionary Durabed design truly shines when you look at the extended or 8.2′ bed. The longer bed is the same length as the F-350, but it’s more spacious, with 83.5 cu.ft. of cargo room. This design, which incorporates a dozen standard tie-downs, gives the Silverado 3500 HD a significant advantage.  

#4 – Tailgate Design

What demands will you place on your heavy-duty truck? Will it meet those demands and exceed your expectations by making your job easier? Ford and Chevrolet promise as much, but Chevrolet successfully delivers with the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD’s revolutionary tailgate design.  

The 2024 F-350 makes history by offering the industry’s first Tailgate Down Camera, an impressive and helpful tool when hitching to a trailer or navigating the truck in reverse. However, beyond the integrated camera and the side and rear bumper steps, that’s the extent of the F-350’s cargo-friendly functional features. For a true work partner, you’ll want to turn to Chevrolet and the Silverado 3500 HD’s Multi-Flex Tailgate. 

The 2024 Silverado 3500 HD showcases Chevrolet’s ingenuity in transforming how drivers haul and access their cargo. The Multi-Flex Tailgate moves beyond the traditional tailgate design and offers six unique functions and positions. It has an inner gate, which folds down to make accessing cargo near the cab easier. You can also fold the inner gate into a full-width step, which complements the Silverado 3500 HD’s CornerStep rear bumper and BedStep features. The Multi-Flex also features load stops to keep longer items in place and provides a flat work surface perfect for holding a laptop, small tools, and other items. 

#5 – Displays and Technologies 

Chevrolet and Ford are often the first to introduce new technologies in their lineups, making the Silverado 3500 HD and F-350 tech-savvy road warriors with incredible work ethics. The 2024 models are no different, but Chevrolet offers more value with the Silverado 3500 HD’s more affordable price tag. How so? 

The 2024 F-350 features a standard 8-inch display or a larger 12-inch touchscreen with the SYNC 4 infotainment system. The software offers seamless smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Depending on the trim, you’ll also find advanced features like a 360-degree camera, navigation, and trailering-specific technologies. However, this tech-savvy packaging can’t compete with the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD. 

The Silverado 3500 HD’s expansive available 13.4-inch touchscreen display complements the truck’s 12.3-inch reconfigurable driver information center. Chevrolet’s infotainment system is intuitive and, like the F-350, offers smartphone integration. However, Chevrolet goes above and beyond by adding Google Built-in compatibility. This outfits the Silverado 3500 HD with a Google Assistant that can play music, answer calls, navigate routes, and send texts with simple voice commands. You can also control your smart home devices without taking your hands off the wheel. 

Choosing the Perfect Heavy-Duty Work Partner

How do you choose between the 2024 Silverado 3500 HD and the 2024 F-350? Chevrolet and Ford are automotive pioneers that have changed the American landscape over the last century. Today, the Silverado and F-Series continue that legacy, with the rivalry between the brands giving drivers more value, capability, and innovation. Because of this, deciding between the models comes back to the value you want for your money and seeing firsthand how Chevrolet goes above and beyond to deliver without requiring you to dig deeper into your pockets and spend more of your hard-earned paycheck. Contact us or swing by Ruge’s Chevrolet today to see for yourself.

^[a] MSRP may change without notice. See dealer for complete details.