2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vs. 2024 Ford Ranger Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

2024 Chevrolet
Silverado 3500

MSRP*: $44,700 to $73,400
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Picture of the 2024 Ford Ranger

2024 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $32,720 to $55,620
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MPG - City Info not available 16 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 18 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 69.5 - 83.5 ft3 43.5 ft3
Engine
  • 470-hp, 6.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 405-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 401 hp 270 - 405 hp
Towing Capacity 20,000 lbs 5,510 - 7,500 lbs
Exterior Length 235.6 - 270.3 in 210.6 - 210.9 in
Exterior Width 80.8 - 81.9 in 79.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 - 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 34.6 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 than the Ford Ranger. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford Ranger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Ranger, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is much wider than the Ford Ranger, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Silverado 3500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Ford Ranger.

Handling
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Ford Ranger, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is clearly the choice over the Ford Ranger for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 greatly outmuscles the Ford Ranger.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Ford Ranger.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 as you will the Ford Ranger. You'll be able to haul more material in the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 than the Ford Ranger, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.