Head-to-head
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD vs 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty
The Ford F-250 Super Duty edges it, 89.3 to 87.1, on safety, performance.
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2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is a pickup truck; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHT…
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The 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty is a pickup truck; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHTSA's …
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Verdict · default weights
2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Slight edgeThe Ford F-250 Super Duty edges it, 89.3 to 87.1, on safety, performance.
Safety 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty leads by 3.3
Performance 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty leads by 2
| Category · weight | 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDoverall 87.1 | 2026 Ford F-250 Super Dutyoverall 89.3 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 75.7 | 79 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 97 | 99 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 87.1 | 89.3 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 3 of 7 categories compared
Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: base trim WT 2WD · Ford F-250 Super Duty: base trim XL 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty wins
- It lists 14 standard driver-assist features against 3.
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (9 against 12 filed with NHTSA).
- It carries 142 hp per ton against 128.
Where the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD answers
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 65).
- It turns out 464 lb-ft of torque against 445.
What they share
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
- A 5-year powertrain warranty.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
39 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 6,600 cc | 6,637 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 6.6L V-8 gasoline or E85 FlexFuel | 6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | Sequential multi-port electronic |
| Valve configuration | Overhead-valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing | 2 valves per cylinder, pushrod OHV |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 401 hp | 405 hp |
| Torque | 464 lb-ft | 445 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.73 (gas), 3.42 (diesel) | 3.73 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 10.2 in | 9.7 in |
| Overall height | 79.9 in | 78.9 in |
| Overall length | 236 in | 232 in |
| Overall width | 81.8 in | 80 in |
| Wheelbase | 142 in | 142 in |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 3 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 43.1 in | 40.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 44.5 in | 43.9 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 7,511 lbs | 6,455 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 6,267 lbs | 5,697 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 11,000 lbs | 10,000 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 4,240 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Short long arms independent front suspension with torsion bars | Independent twin I-beam with coil springs and shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension type | Semi-elliptic three-stage multi-leaf springs | Solid axle with leaf springs |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Hydraulic power-assisted recirculating ball | Hydraulic power-assisted recirculating ball |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 49.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 355 mm | 363 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Sliding-caliper dual-piston vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 360 mm | 363 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | Sliding-caliper dual-piston vented disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | LT265/70R17 | LT245/75R17E |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 36 gal | 34 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Ford Connectivity Package |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 66.1 in | 66.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
79 features · differences first, then sharedSafety15 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| 360-Degree Camera | — | opt |
| Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Forward Collision Warning | — | std |
| Driver and Passenger frontal and side airbag/curtain | — | std |
| Safety Canopy® System (incl. side-curtain airbags) | — | std |
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | opt |
| Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Automatic High Beam | — | std |
| Ford Security Package (1-year included with activation) | — | std |
| Front and Rear Park Assist | opt | — |
| Hill Descent Control™ (FX4 Off-Road Package) | — | opt |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | — | std |
| Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | — | std |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System | — | std |
| AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) | std | std |
| Engine Only Traction Control (DRW only) / AdvanceTrac® with RSC® | std | std |
| Four-Wheel Disc Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) – Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®)/Traction Control/Trailer Sway Control | std | std |
Infotainment10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 911 Assist® | — | std |
| Ford app – Remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle | — | std |
| Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot (Ford Connectivity Package) | — | std |
| Ford app – Locate parked vehicle | — | std |
| 5G Modem | — | std |
| AM/FM stereo MP3 player (four (4) speakers with Regular Cab, six (6) with SuperCab and Crew Cab) | — | std |
| Ford Connectivity Package (1-year included) – Unlimited Wi-Fi Hotspot (XL/XLT); adds Connected Navigation, Audio/Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, Entertainment (Lariat+) | — | std |
| Ford Connectivity Package (One-time purchase – 7 years) (94D) | — | opt |
| Steering wheel – includes redundant audio and SYNC® controls | — | std |
| SYNC® 4 – 8" Center Display, Wireless Phone Connection, Cloud Connected, AppLink® w/App Catalog, 911 Assist®, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility, Digital Owner's Manual | — | std |
Convenience6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Autolock, Auto unlock, Rainlamp Wiper Activated Headlamps | — | std |
| Power Equipment Group – 1st row windows w/one-touch up/down, power 2nd row windows; power door-locks w/backlit switches & accessory delay; power tailgate lock | — | std |
| Pro Power Onboard™ – 2 KW | — | opt |
| Remote Keyless Entry | — | std |
| SecuriCode® Wireless Keyless Entry Keypad, Driver's Side (DIO) | — | opt |
| Upfitter Switches (6), located in overhead console | — | opt |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning – manual, single zone | — | std |
| Cabin Air Particulate Filter | — | std |
| Rapid-Heat Supplemental Cab Heater (6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel engine) | — | opt |
Seating1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Manual lumbar support, driver's side | — | std |
Interior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.2" Cluster Display | — | std |
| Carpet Delete (XLT & Lariat replaced w/black vinyl flooring) | — | std |
| Interior Work Surface (requires 40/20/40 seat) | — | opt |
| Mirror – rearview 11.5" day/night | — | std |
| 4.2" / 12" Cluster Display: includes menus for Gauge Setup, Trip Computer, Fuel Economy and Towing/Off-Road applications | — | std |
| Sun visors – color-coordinated cloth | — | std |
Exterior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Center High-mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) – LED on Lariat, King Ranch® and Platinum | — | std |
| LED Roof Marker/Clearance Lamps (F-350 DRW/F-450) | — | std |
| Manually telescoping/folding trailer tow with power/heated glass, heated convex spotter mirror, integrated clearance lamps/turn signals | — | std |
| Mirrors – integrated clearance lamps/turn signals | — | std |
| Platform Running Boards | — | opt |
| Quad beam halogen jewel effect Headlamps | — | std |
| Solar-tinted glass (complete) | — | std |
| AutoLamp (Auto On/Off Headlamps) | — | std |
Powertrain18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 410 Amp Dual Alternator (250+160 Amp) | — | opt |
| 4x2 Drivetrain | — | std |
| 6.6L V-8 gasoline or E85 FlexFuel engine (401 hp / 464 lb-ft) | std | — |
| 6.7L 4 Valve OHV Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel B20 (Optional all trims; Standard F-450) | — | opt |
| 6.8L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas Engine (Standard F-250/F-350) | — | std |
| 7.3L 2V Gas DEVCT PFI NA V8 (Optional on select trims; Standard King Ranch®/Platinum) | — | opt |
| Allison 10L1000 10-speed automatic transmission | std | — |
| Dual Battery (Dual AGM 68 AH) | — | opt |
| Duramax 6.6L V-8 Turbo-Diesel engine (470 hp / 975 lb-ft) | opt | — |
| Electronic-Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) (4x4 only) | — | std |
| Engine Block Heater (Incl. grille cover) | — | opt |
| Operator Commanded Regeneration (OCR) (6.7L Power Stroke® Diesel engine only) | — | opt |
| Programmable Engine Idle Shutdown Timer (86K) | — | opt |
| Rear Electronic Locking Differential | — | opt |
| Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) | — | std |
| TorqShift® Ten-Speed Automatic with Selectable Drive Modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery Roads, Tow/Haul (6.7L Diesel) | — | std |
| TorqShift®-G Ten-Speed Automatic with Selectable Drive Modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery Roads, Tow/Haul (6.8L Gas) | — | std |
| Transmission Power Take-Off Provision | — | opt |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| F-250 Greater than 10K GVWR Package | — | opt |
| Hydraulic power-assisted recirculating ball steering | std | — |
| Short long arms independent front suspension with torsion bars | std | — |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5" Built Ford Tough® Trailer Hitch Receiver | — | std |
| 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package | — | opt |
| Max Towing Package (3500-series leaf springs and shocks on 2500) | opt | — |
| On-Board Scales & Smart Hitch | — | opt |
| Trailer Brake Controller (incl. Smart Trailer Tow Connector) | — | opt |
| Trailer Tow Package – 7-wire harness w/relays & 7/4 pin connector | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPChevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / — / —
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 12 · 1 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Service Brakes (5), Electrical System (3), Power Train (2)
Top recalls
- minor Equipment 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- minor Equipment 25V815000 · 3,408 vehicles
Ford F-250 Super Duty
Safety Signal 65 D
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 7 · 1 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 9 · 1 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (4), Service Brakes (3), Engine (2)
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 26V653000 · 102,159 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Exterior Lighting 26V606000 · 41,748 vehicles
- high Power Train 26V119000 · 11,431 vehicles
- high Exterior Lighting 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles
- high Power Train 25V866000 · 6,819 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 26V489000 · 47,587 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDWT 2WD | Ford F-250 Super DutyXL 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 10 trims | — 8 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | — | — |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | — | — |
| EPA annual fuel cost | — | — |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD or the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
The Ford F-250 Super Duty edges it, 89.3 to 87.1, on safety, performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty scores 89.3 and the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 87.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD or the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 2 recalls. 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty: no NHTSA rating yet, grade D, 7 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
Where the 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty wins: it lists 14 standard driver-assist features against 3, has drawn fewer owner complaints (9 against 12 filed with NHTSA), and carries 142 hp per ton against 128. Where the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD answers: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 65) and turns out 464 lb-ft of torque against 445. What they share: a 3-year basic warranty, 36,000-mile basic coverage, and a 5-year powertrain warranty.