2026 Ford Super Duty vs. 2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Both heavy-duty trucks bring powertrain lineups to the table, but the 2026 Ford Super Duty takes a victory in raw output and performance choices.

Ford dominates in this area with its available 6.7L High Output Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel, which pushes out a best-in-class 500 horsepower and 1,200 lb-ft of torque. Even Ford’s regular 6.7L Power Stroke diesel puts up impressive numbers with 475 horsepower and 1,050 lb-ft of torque. On top of that, there are also two gas V8 options, including the 7.3L V8 with 430 horsepower.

By comparison, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD tops out with its available 6.6L Duramax Turbo-Diesel V8, which delivers 470 horsepower and 975 lb-ft of torque, falling short of Ford’s High Output diesel by 30 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. Below, we’ve laid out the engine options for both so you can see what kind of power, torque, and performance each one brings.

Towing and payload are two metrics where heavy-duty trucks truly prove their worth, and in this matchup, the 2026 Ford Super Duty once again takes the lead. Engineered to handle mountains of heavy cargo with ease, the Super Duty delivers a maximum towing capacity of up to 18,144 kg (40,000 lbs), alongside a best-in-class payload capacity of 3,629 kg (8,000 lbs).

By comparison, the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD also puts up respectable numbers, topping out at 16,329 kg (36,000 lbs) of maximum towing, but still can’t match the raw muscle of the Super Duty. With an extra 4,000 lbs of towing capacity and more payload room to spare, the Ford Super Duty stands clear as the ultimate heavy-duty pickup truck.

Beyond its raw engine output, the 2026 Ford Super Duty also stands out for its high-tech approach to hauling heavy loads. Ford equips the truck with an array of intelligent trailering systems that take the stress out of hitching up, including the Blind Spot Info System, Onboard Scales with Smart Hitch, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Pro Trailer Hitch Assist, Smart Trailer Tow Connector, Dynamic Hitch Assist, and more.

In comparison, although the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado HD provides helpful tools like multiple camera angles and its In-Vehicle Trailering App, many of these features require stepping up to expensive high-tier trims or adding standalone packages.

The 2026 Ford Super Duty doesn’t just win on paper with its 500-hp 6.7L V8 and 40,000 lbs of towing capacity; it also backs up those numbers with rugged engineering, intelligent towing tech, and the heavy-duty durability that defines “Built Ford Tough.” Moreover, when it comes to lineup variety and pricing, you can choose between the F-250, F-350, and F-450 configurations, with accessible starting prices sitting around the $57,000 mark. In contrast, Chevrolet only offers two heavy-duty models, the Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD, which start at a higher price point of around $68,000.

Honestly, when you look at the entire package, it’s hard to think of a good reason to go with anything else. From raw hauling capability to broader lineup choices and better pricing, the 2026 Ford Super Duty delivers so much more for Medicine Hat drivers.