2027 Ford Super Duty F-250 vs 2027 Chevy Silverado 2500HD: Full Comparison
The 2027 Ford Super Duty F-250 tows up to 22,500 lbs on the gas V8, beating the Silverado 2500HD gas engine's 19,000-lb ceiling. The F-250 also carries up to 4,175 lbs of payload on a gas Regular Cab versus 6,990 lbs for the Silverado's gas configuration. This page breaks down every major spec difference so you can choose the right truck, then check live inventory at Koons Ford.
The Short Answer
The 2027 F-250 wins for buyers who need maximum towing on a gas or diesel engine. Its diesel reaches 1,200 lb-ft of torque and its standard gas V8 already outpulls the Silverado's standard gas engine at the hitch. The Silverado 2500HD counters with a 13.4-inch touchscreen, Google Gemini AI, first-in-class electric power steering, and a new eBoost braking system that gives it a technology lead in the cab. Choose the Ford if towing numbers are the mission. Choose the Silverado if you want the most current cabin tech in an HD truck.
Specs Head-to-Head
| Spec | 2027 F-250 Super Duty | 2027 Silverado 2500HD |
|---|---|---|
| Standard engine | 7.3L V8 Gas | 6.6L V8 Gas |
| Standard horsepower | 420 hp | 412 hp |
| Standard torque | 445 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft |
| Available diesel | 6.7L HO Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel | Duramax 8.3L Turbo-Diesel V8 |
| Diesel horsepower | 500 hp | 555 hp |
| Diesel torque | 1,200 lb-ft | 1,230 lb-ft |
| Max towing (gas) | 22,500 lbs | 19,000 lbs |
| Max towing (diesel) | 22,000 lbs (F-250 SRW) | 38,000 lbs |
| Max payload | 7,900 lbs (F-350 DRW) | 6,990 lbs |
| Transmission | TorqShift-G 10-speed auto | Allison 10-speed auto |
Notes on this table: The F-250 diesel figure of 22,000 lbs applies to the F-250 SRW configuration. The Silverado's 38,000-lb diesel towing figure requires the available Duramax 8.3L. Payload figures for the F-250 reflect the F-350 DRW with the Heavy-Duty Payload Package; F-250-specific gas Regular Cab payload peaks at 4,175 lbs.
EPA fuel economy and towing verification
Performance and Powertrain
The F-250's standard 7.3L V8 gas engine produces 420 hp and 445 lb-ft. The Silverado's standard 6.6L gas V8 makes 412 hp and 472 lb-ft, giving Chevy a torque edge on the gas side but Ford a towing advantage at the hitch because of how the Super Duty's axle ratios and chassis are tuned for load.
Both available diesels are genuinely formidable. Ford's 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke produces 500 hp and 1,200 lb-ft at just 1,600 rpm. Chevy's available all-new Duramax 8.3L makes 555 hp and 1,230 lb-ft, numbers that lead the segment on a spec sheet. The Silverado's larger displacement diesel also gives Chevy a max towing advantage when equipped with the Duramax.
Ford's TorqShift-G 10-speed pairs with five selectable drive modes including Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow/Haul, and Off-Road/Trail, plus Rock Crawl on equipped packages. Trail Control and Trail Turn Assist are also available. The Allison 10-speed in the Silverado is a well-proven unit that adds diesel exhaust braking and grade-braking strategies on the diesel.
The F-250's powertrain warranty extends to 5 years/60,000 miles on the gasoline engine and 5 years/100,000 miles on the diesel, both of which exceed the standard 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper term.
F-250 engine options explained
Interior, Space, and Cargo
The F-250 Crew Cab offers 43.6 inches of rear leg room and 40.4 inches of rear headroom. Front max leg room reaches 43.9 inches across all cab styles. Total passenger volume in the Crew Cab measures 131.9 cubic feet. The cargo box offers 65.6 cubic feet in the short 6.75-foot box and 78.7 cubic feet in the long 8-foot box, with 50.5 inches between the wheel houses on both.
The Silverado's interior dimensions were not provided in the verified specs for this comparison, so a direct cubic-foot comparison is not made here. What is confirmed: Chevy brings a 13.4-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center to the Silverado HD, both of which are larger and more current-generation than the F-250's SYNC 4 system on the Platinum trim.
Ford offers a practical worksite feature the Silverado does not list: an available ergonomic fold-out desk/work surface on XL, XLT, and Lariat trims. Max Recline front seats are available on Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum trims, with multi-contour massage seats available on the Platinum Plus Package.
The F-250's trim ladder runs XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum. The Silverado's runs WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, and High Country. Both offer a wide range from work-spec to full-luxury.
Technology and Safety
Ford equips the 2027 F-250 with Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 as standard. XLT and above trims add Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind-Spot Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Warning, and Rear Automatic Braking. A Surround-View Camera System is also available. King Ranch and above trims add Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, Backup Assist, and a Lane Centering System. The SYNC 4 infotainment system is standard on Platinum.
The Silverado 2500HD matches Ford's core safety content and adds standard Adaptive Cruise Control across the lineup, which Ford does not list as standard at comparable trim levels. Chevy's infotainment lead is real: the 13.4-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch reconfigurable Driver Information Center, and available Google Gemini AI assistant are all newer-generation than what Ford offers. Up to 14 available camera views for hitching and trailering is a Silverado advantage. OnStar Basics comes standard for 8 years.
Ford's off-road tech package is thorough: Trail Control, Trail Turn Assist on the XL Off-Road 35-inch Tire Package, and Rock Crawl Mode on Tremor, FX4, and XL Off-Road packages. The Silverado ZR2 answers with Multimatic DSSV dampers, a rear e-locker, 35-inch MT tires, aluminum skid plates, and a new Terrain Mode enabled by the electric power steering and eBoost system. The Silverado's electric power steering is first-in-class for HD trucks and reduces steering kickback off-road.
Ford Co-Pilot360 features explained
Value and Ownership
Ford's warranty structure is notably deep. Beyond the 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper term, the Super Duty carries a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile diesel powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile safety restraint warranty, a 5-year/unlimited-mile corrosion perforation warranty, and a 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance program. That roadside assistance term is a meaningful ownership benefit for commercial and work-truck buyers who put heavy miles on their trucks.
On standard content, both trucks include substantial safety tech from entry trim. The F-250 XL includes Blind-Spot Alert, Rear Parking Sensors, and a Rear View Camera as standard. The Silverado WT includes Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control as standard, which represents a richer base safety stack.
Ford's available Power Take-Off provision and diesel B20 fuel compatibility are relevant for fleet and farm buyers. The Silverado's eBoost braking system and electric power steering reduce hydraulic maintenance demands, a long-term ownership benefit worth noting for fleets.
Which One Should You Buy
Buy the 2027 F-250 Super Duty if:
You need the highest conventional gas towing in the segment (22,500 lbs), you haul heavy payloads regularly and want the F-350 DRW's 7,900-lb capability ceiling, you want a proven diesel in the 6.7L Power Stroke with a 5-year/100,000-mile warranty, or you run B20 biodiesel or need a Power Take-Off provision for work equipment. Buyers in the Annapolis area who work in construction, agriculture, or marine industries will find the F-250's raw capability numbers hard to walk away from.
Buy the 2027 Silverado 2500HD if:
The available Duramax 8.3L's 555 hp and 1,230 lb-ft matter more than everything else, you want 38,000 lbs of max diesel towing, you prioritize the most current infotainment tech (13.4-inch screen, Google Gemini, electric power steering), or the ZR2's purpose-built off-road package with Multimatic dampers and Terrain Mode is the specific use case you need. The Silverado's standard Adaptive Cruise Control at every trim level is also a daily-driver advantage.
See the 2027 Ford Super Duty F-250 at Koons Ford in Annapolis
Koons Ford carries Super Duty inventory across the F-250, F-350, and F-450 lineup so you can compare cab styles, box lengths, and engine options in person. Whether you are towing a boat on the Chesapeake, hauling equipment to a jobsite, or looking for the most capable work truck you can buy, the Super Duty lineup has a configuration built for that load. Check current inventory online or schedule a test drive at Koons Ford in Annapolis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 2027 Ford F-250 tow more than the 2027 Chevy Silverado 2500HD?
Yes, on a gas-engine comparison. The F-250's 7.3L gas V8 tows up to 22,500 lbs versus 19,000 lbs for the Silverado 2500HD's enhanced 6.6L gas V8. On diesel, the Silverado's available Duramax 8.3L reaches 38,000 lbs, which exceeds the F-250 diesel's maximum in the SRW configuration.
What engines are available on the 2027 F-250 Super Duty?
The standard engine is the 7.3L 2V DEVCT NA PFI V8 Gas, making 420 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque. The available engine is the 6.7L High-Output Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel, making 500 hp and 1,200 lb-ft. Both pair with a TorqShift-G 10-speed automatic.
What is the payload rating on the 2027 F-250?
The F-250 Regular Cab gas 4x2 peaks at 4,175 lbs of payload. Higher payload figures (up to 7,900 lbs) apply to the F-350 DRW with the Heavy-Duty Payload Package. Payload varies significantly by cab style, wheelbase, axle ratio, and engine.
Does the 2027 Silverado 2500HD have better technology than the F-250?
In terms of infotainment hardware, yes. The Silverado 2500HD offers a 13.4-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch Driver Information Center, and available Google Gemini AI. It also introduces first-in-class electric power steering and the eBoost braking system. The F-250 counters with Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0, SYNC 4 on Platinum, and a broader off-road tech suite including Trail Control and Rock Crawl Mode.
What is the warranty on the 2027 Ford Super Duty F-250?
The F-250 carries a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile diesel powertrain warranty, and a 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance program. Corrosion perforation coverage is 5 years with unlimited mileage.
Which truck is better for off-road use?
Both trucks offer serious off-road packages. The F-250 provides Trail Control, Trail Turn Assist, Rock Crawl Mode, and the FX4 and Tremor packages. The Silverado ZR2 adds Multimatic DSSV dampers, 35-inch MT tires, a rear e-locker, aluminum skid plates, and Terrain Mode. For trail-focused buyers, the ZR2 is a more purpose-built off-road package. For work-site terrain with payload, the F-250's capability numbers are the stronger argument.
Where can I buy a 2027 Ford F-250 Super Duty near Annapolis, MD?
Koons Ford in Annapolis carries current Super Duty inventory including F-250, F-350, and F-450 models. Use the inventory link on this page to filter by cab style, engine, and trim, or contact the dealership to schedule a test drive.