2023 Chevy Silverado HD 6.6L Vs 2023 Ford Super Duty 7.3L: Godzilla Vs King Kong!

Today I compare a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 6.6L Gas V8 to a 2023 Ford Super Duty 7.3L Gas V8!
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[@richardjohnson6053]

The 6.6 was my preference. Trying all 3 , ram, ford , gmc I opted on the 6.6. Gmc 3500 4x4 crew... ram had the V8 feel, and towing was not the best in the torque range, I was only pulling 16k. In all 3 trucks, same load just swapped out the pulling vehicles. Next the ford while comfortable seats, felt interior was missing something. Over steer on the ford, and although quick empty, lacked a towing feeling when towing. The 6.6 gmc quiet cabin, firm balance when empty and towing, great acceleration when towing. The gmc was dialed in perfectly with the drive train. The better steering on the gmc when towing didn't lift front end and inspired confidence with the best control. The easy get to for all the engine components and maintenance on the gmc is way better than the other 2 contenders. Plus after seeing other reviews and the 7.3 disasters without ford backing their customers left me as a no trainer.

[@realmadrid5981]

I have driven both engines in cutaway box truck configurations. The 6.6 drives down the highway like nothing, even with the box fully loaded. The 7.3 on the other hand hits a wall trying to reach 80-85 mph. I would pick the 6.6 any day

[@jonshields437]

Gm should have upped the horses. The 7.3 is a little more beastly, which is to be expected

[@ShyaMiss]

​@HalfShell the 6.6 is of course at a displacement disadvantage, but it's also running a cam that's small for a 5.3. Simply giving it a bit more camshaft would be a good idea. I'm not saying that it's any sort of advantage that the Ford might not also be able to use. But I am saying, it's artificially held back more than is necessary.

[@blackice7408]

It's not about horsepower with these engines. It's about the torque. But this big 7.3L v8 should be making at least 500 lb tq

[@ShyaMiss]

@@blackice7408 that's not fully true. It definitely matters to have good low rpm torque, but horsepower also matters. You can make up for a softer torque curve with gearing. The reverse is not true.

[@toddgriffis896]

The badge on the Ford says XLT, you mentioned it was an XL. I appreciate this comparison between these two manufactures

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Chevy more in line with the 6.8 in the ford

[@henryford2736]

The turn signal clicker on the Chevy would drive me crazy....

[@yourelectricman]

I say the same about the casino sound of Ford.

[@scratchin4bigbucks266]

think i would go with the chevy for the overall reliability 7.3 has huge issues with cam in lifter delamination engine failure

[@khakiswag]

And you’re going to ignore GM’s collapsing lifters thats been going on since they started with AFM and the glass transmissions?

[@cliffordmorgan4222]

​@khakiswag well.... the 6.6 doesn't have that system. No cylinder deactivation no auto start/stop...

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@khakiswag Those issues are overblown. Lifter issues ARE NOT COMMON compared to the number sold.

[@pwilly8543]

And the cam lifter to trucks sold is also overblown. Ford is the best truck by far

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@pwilly8543 Ford has plenty of QC issues.

[@mr.robarbushites4055]

I got a suggestion for a video or videos. Vehicle comfortableness. Like trucks , SUVs example the big thing I seen is massaging seats. Like who does it best what do they use etc. Also other things too. Since trucks , SUVs are very widely used and go on long trips etc.

[@mr.robarbushites4055]

Great video on the comparison 😎

[@cargotoolshop5319]

I'm more of a Chevy, dodge fan, not that I don't like Ford's, but real world the Chevy rides best down a gravel road, the straight axle just pounds the truck, Ford and dodge, I think it comes down to too much unsprung weight

[@nafsucof]

I mean Ford 6.8 should be king Kong.

[@sethw997]

GM 6.6 should be "The General"

[@chadmiller6487]

I traded my 2020 7.3 for a 2023 6.6. So far I've put 30k on both trucks. I transport horses for a living. This is the first GMC I've owned in my life. I don't see myself going back to the 7.3.

[@cliffordmorgan4222]

Any more insight ? Why the switch and how do they compare?

[@chadmiller6487]

@@cliffordmorgan4222 The power between the two is basically a toss up. Ford has slightly better numbers but the GMC does a better job of using it's power smoothly. The suspension and ride quality of the GMC is miles above the Ford. Also better mpg. No sway and little squat under weight. Just an overall better experience. Oh, I also added an S&B intake system which made a nice difference in mpg (+3) and throttle response. Not to mention it sounds really nice.

[@michaelmiller7196]

@@chadmiller6487did you have it tuned? After intake

[@chadmiller6487]

@@michaelmiller7196 no. Just a pedal commander.

[@rahulrane1658]

I believe the GMC has 4auto setting which can be useful if you live in more snow packed regions. I think I am sold on the GMC

[@sethw997]

I find it funny how people complain about right quality on heavy duty light trucks... They ride great. Try driving a semi.

[@brandonkuske4185]

We have rigs from 1991 to 2024…..there’s nothing comfortable about the 1991 but she gets the job done.

[@billhoman694]

Atleast in a semi. We have the air ride seat. Lol

[@gs-pd5ox]

Crazy the chevy has almost 1000lbs more gvrw but only 120lbs more payload.

[@agentcarder]

Plow package maybe increasing front gvwr

[@mikewarren1401]

Chevy probably has a higher curb weight

[@hydro1581]

Differnt bed weight

[@michaelburke3731]

I'm curious about a comparison between the Ford 6.8 compared the GM 6.6.

[@Lisa4Me2]

Ford's new 6.8L gas motor is rated at 405HP and 445 FT LBS of torque. I think Ben said that Chevy 6.6L was rated at 401HP and 464 FT LBS of torque(?). I thought these chevy engines, in the HD 2500/3500 were rated at 420HP? So, I'm not positive about the Chevy power numbers. If Ben could clear that up, it would help. The Ford 7.3L Godzilla is rated at 430HP and 485 FT LBS of torque FOR THE YEAR 2023! I have the 2020 F-350 Lariat 7.3L Godzilla, the first year of the Godzilla and that first year was rated at 430HP and 475 FT LBS of torque. Ford DID up the torque a tad, from 475 to 485 for the 2023 Super Duty Godzilla engines.

[@sly9263]

comparing the entry level Ford engine to GM's only gasser so they can beat Ford at something for a change? lmao

[@cliffordmorgan4222]

​@@sly9263this is actually pushed in Fords favor because it's a larger engine. Like he said a better comparison would be the Ford 6.8 vs Chevy 6.6. In that the Chevy has more power despite smaller displacement

[@sly9263]

@@cliffordmorgan4222 dynos tell the real story, not peak specsheet stats, and there's no quantifiable mpg difference across the board with these; the 7.3 is the best gas engine in the HD market

[@PeteLeuenberger]

Gas mileage comparison would be great

[@sly9263]

irrelevant

[@Anticidal25901]

@@sly9263not irrelevant. It’s a big factor.

[@sly9263]

@@Anticidal25901 you misunderstand. the difference in their mileage is irrelevant because it's the same or .2-.3 at most

[@Abuzac]

SkoozMe. That's like saying a penny on a dollar doesn't matter. Umm, nah thank you. I'll take it lol.

[@PeteLeuenberger]

@@sly9263 So that's relevant ;-)

[@bluebeadle1911]

Is Allison not the company who makes their transmissions?

[@leonardharview4577]

From what I have gathered, the Allison is not mfg. by Allison. Chevy acquired licensing from Allison to mfg. in house by GM, if true.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

They slapped an Allison badge on it. Fords past transmission are better than anything Allison put out. Especially my 2007 duramax that welded the gears together with an empty trailer. Ford ain’t ever skipped a beat though

[@josephpuchel6497]

GMs 10 speed direct from FORD engineers.

[@dallasfrost1996]

Nope. The transmission is fully GM, it just happens to be Allison approved. Basically to allow the Allison name to be used on it.

[@dallasfrost1996]

​@@josephpuchel6497 Incorrect. The 10 speed used in GM HD trucks are different to Ford's SD trucks. Only the 10 speed used in GM's 1500's are co-developed with Ford.

[@benlecluyse]

Insane cars Ben !! ❤❤

[@fattie2550]

Compare the 6.8

[@Lisa4Me2]

Ben, did you state that the power numbers of that Chevy 6.6L were ... 401HP and 464 FT LBS of torque?? Another commenter down below was wondering about the numbers (Ford 6.8L vs the Chevy 6.6L). I thought Chevy had the HP at 420 for the HD 2500/3500 gas engines? Great vid as always!

[@blackice7408]

Ur talking about the 6.2L lt1 v8

[@GTOGregory]

The 420 HP number is for the 6.2 liter engine that only comes in the 1500 or 1/2 ton truck. The 6.2 liter engine produces 460 pound-feet of torque.

[@BigJakeL85]

@@GTOGregory The 6.2 makes more peak power but not as much low speed power

[@dantimber]

I like both but the Ford looked like it had a much harder ride than the Chevy.

[@Lisa4Me2]

I own a 2020 F-350 Lariat 7.3L Godzilla and it's surprising how well it rides even without any weight in the truck. It rides as nice as my 2019 F-250 (6.2L) Super Duty.

[@CoyoteFTW]

That’s because Ford is built like a real truck solid front axle not the weak car like chevy suspension and frame

[@ML-lg4ky]

As a Ford guy that Chevy looks great!

[@ec16445]

And, sadly, the Ford looks terrible.

[@kylebutler7142]

Chevy is terrible looking. Looks like a transformer that got punched in the face. The Ford is way more handsome, compared to that cross-eyed looking Chev !!

[@tytomlinson7831]

How can you do a test drive going around the corner? If you can't put a few miles on and get on the highway , why bother?

[@Icutmetal]

Or really anything geared towards what these trucks were designed for.

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

GM had an 8.1liter in 2000 should have brought it back

[@vhp454]

Any transmission with many gears doesn't have long life, more gears equals more moving parts, the Chevy doesn't have a true Allison transmission, they just own the Allison name

[@GTOGregory]

I'll say the GM/Chevrolet gets better gas mileage.

[@nmtz91]

Whats going on under the hood of that Ford GM trucks seem to be more friendly for the ones who wanna pay off the truck and keep after the warranty goes away Yea I’ll take that 6.6 any day of the week

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

The engine bay looks like a mess on that 7.3

[@satansleftnut25]

Seems that way in all the fords

[@RK-nr8qf]

There ain't too many things under the hood of a ford that's not a mess.

[@CoyoteFTW]

A mess how? Very empty engine bay…

[@CoyoteFTW]

@@RK-nr8qf right only a shitvrolet humper would choose the weak lifter eating 6.6 vs 7.3 Ford …

[@RK-nr8qf]

@@CoyoteFTW 6.6 gas engines don't have cylinder deactivation. A few Godzilla engines have been having camshaft dalamination. Don't know if Ford made any changes. The Big3 aren't known for addressing problems in a timely manner.

[@jaycrane761]

Heard the 6.6 was an oil eater? And ford seem like it’s lines and pips under the hood are an afterthought. Just seems sloppy but they are a work truck not a show truck.chevys 10 speed is a nice addition. Fords 7.3 has same transmission as the 6.7 where the 6.8 is not as beefy and it’s Same as the f150 I was told? not sure I would trust it as a tow vehicle till it has a few years under its belt. Chevy seems to ride better due to its IFS but who knows if it hold it back being soft or not?

[@chrisaldana3984]

Imma give a shout out to your beard. Immaculate beard!!!

[@rubengarcia9993]

7.3. No question!

[@juancandia6626]

❤ Ford..!

[@mick2798]

Chevy took a L by not chnaging the base model headlights and only doing it on ltz and up

[@guamazolopez6456]

didn’t notice that til i saw your comment

[@dallasfrost1996]

I believe there is a package you can add on the LT to get the new updated LED lights like on the LTZ, ZR2, HighCountry.

[@mick2798]

@@dallasfrost1996 it really shouldn’t be an option. Ford you get the same setup through out the trims just led gets added to higher options

[@dallasfrost1996]

@@mick2798 Oh well, there's always GMC. The Sierra's get LED headlights across all trims as standard equipment. They're the only brand doing that.

[@NickCurcio-c7n]

I agree, it's to sway more people into higher trims. They know what they're doing

[@slhopf]

Allison is not a nickname for a transmission. Allison is the name of the company that manufactures those transmissions.

[@Icutmetal]

Sure it is…

[@reycuerdos]

Nah…I don’t think they manufacture those transmissions. I think they just let them use the name. Look it up.

[@jrlonestar]

GODZILLA ROCKS!!!!!

[@johnathanleonardo912]

What's the difference? They're both pushrod

[@sly9263]

the 6.6 is DI only because GM is cheap, stupid, and doesn't care about longevity.

[@horsepowerlife3679]

⁠@@sly9263Direct injection is cheap and stupid? It increases power by 50hp on the 5.3. Tons of manufactures use the technology, and it’s more expensive than port injection. What am I missing here?

[@sly9263]

​@@horsepowerlife3679 keep going- what is bad about direct injection? dual direct and port is what modern companies use now,

[@johndonovan1878]

Dubs it, “the Allison”… cred dump right there!

[@brad265]

I watched this video to find out Which one was better. Not for me to figure out Which one was better since haven't driven them. not helpful

[@rodphilpot3784]

Did the Ford beep when it was in reverse?

[@BenHardyCars]

Yes

[@nathanielmeyer5200]

Not sure why the comparison always ends up like a dick measuring contest. It's not about racing. It's about a truck you buy to work with. I choose comfort and dependability and GM wins that every time in my experiences. Decades of ford junk. Never had anywhere near the issues with my gm trucks as I did with fords. Keep your 7.3 salamander. Already seeing tons of warranty work on them😅

[@akaixl83]

About to trade my f150 2020 3.5 in for a hd truck for towing about 6-10 times a year a 8k camper. I've driven crew cab 2022 f350 3.73 7.3 15k miles ran great , the ride was terrible I mean so terrible i hated it. I then drove a 22 f250 6.7 power was good, ride was better but felt real heavy in the front end and steering was harder on the diesel vs the gas 7.3. Then drove a 22 f250 crew cab gas 7.3 15k miles and that ride was terrible too. Then drove a 22 chevy gas 2500 and holy shit it drove great empty vs the fords because of the front IFS system on the gm hd trucks. To me if I''m going to tow my camper 8 times a year, then haul stuff maybe once a month or two, I would rather take the ride of the Chevy vs the Ford beating the crap out of you like a log wagon. Looking at a 2024 6.6L gas crew cab chevy, will just have to make sure I seal the underneath to protect from Salt as I live in ohio.

[@RoutinePlumbingLLC]

hard to judge these trucks until you have 15000 pounds of tow load. without towing anything you'd get a better driving experience with a camry

[@chriscampbell8648]

The Chevy is just a much better looking truck. I also noticed Ford has eliminated hood insulation. Ford is always cutting corners on items they just shouldn't be leaving out.

[@marcg.3830]

At least Fords base trucks get a new interior unlike what GM did with their new trucks. I’d call that cost cutting. And if the Ford is quieter it wouldn’t need hood insulation as that’s what it’s used for.

[@arkhsm]

The Ford is way more handsome, compared to that cross-eyed looking Chev !!

[@MZZHZZWZZ]

The Ford looks like a box of Kleenex with braces.

[@dallasfrost1996]

Agreed. Those new Superduty's are ugly as heck!

[@Tiovergudo]

@@mikemccarthy6939 its a better looking truck plus there is a new LED front end that looks even better

[@brianfisher2446]

Ford all day, wont burn a barrel of oil every month

[@reycuerdos]

They only chew their lifters. Looks like a good trade off. 😂

[@paulsmith-ld8xl]

Best video.

[@randyb7816]

Amazing, maybe a 1 mile test drive? Not a very good review

[@RK-nr8qf]

The rearend ratios are probably different also. Don't know how that jackshaft-driven oil pump on the Godzilla will hold up over time. I'd choose the Chevy 6.6 gas for the long haul.

[@AK_Ray]

Yeah but you could also argue that Chevys cylinder deactivation would hurt longevity. It's all about possible failure with the Ford versus proven failure with the GM

[@RK-nr8qf]

@@AK_Ray The 6.6 gas doesn't have deactivation.

[@AK_Ray]

@@RK-nr8qf touche, I see that now. Thank you for educating me.

[@freedom7458]

​@RK-nr8qf it does have direct injection though, which is know. To have problems. That being said neither are without risk. Too bad it takes 60k or more to take those risks haha

[@gildroyboothe2548]

Love Chevy's and how they keep everything so simple swear for complicates everything

[@khakiswag]

Ford engine names are waaayyyy better than GM.

[@Icutmetal]

Is that what you base important decisions on?

[@khakiswag]

@@Icutmetal yep

[@40ozdon]

Is it true the new 10 speed Chevrolet trucks aren’t actually Allison-made transmissions? Just something I’ve heard in the past

[@actZR900]

Thats true. Its a gm/ford collaboration actually

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@actZR900 1500s ONLY.

[@actZR900]

@@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806 that new 10 speed in the HD trucks is not made by allison. Just tested and badged by allusin. Look it up.

[@kars4me2]

Chevy always

[@rodneyhirsch2340]

The GM is a long stroke engine. More torque at lower rpm. Designed for pulling not racing. Doesn’t give up much torque to the 45 cubic inch bigger ford.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

The ford is very conservative like all their engines. They can easily jump the power up for new year models. Gm will keep those same number forever. And the ford makes over 400lbft from like 1400rpm up the gm don’t make that much

[@guamazolopez6456]

@@freedomisntfree_44not true

[@freedomisntfree_44]

@@guamazolopez6456 you should do a lil research. Your short answer speaks volumes

[@benjaminwayneb]

The 7.3 has a longer stroke then then GM'S 6.6 and a low rpm torque peak.

[@98durangopack]

@@guamazolopez6456 try reading more because you need educated. Chevy 6.6 gas is weak af.

[@christopherrubay3918]

Ford all the way

[@brianmink7179]

There useing Allison logo not true Allison google it

[@Kenneth_R]

Ford dealers are terrible for the most part and overall Ford quality control and build quality has been terrible lately so even though the 7.3 is a great engine I would opt for the Chevy/GMC no question. Shame because the Ford designers and Engineers are great.

[@johnathanleonardo912]

And GM still has lifter issues and their 8 speeds are crap

[@carltongray3302]

@@johnathanleonardo9126.6 gasser does t have those issues

[@Killbot754]

@@carltongray3302 burns oil and direct injection gums up valves.

[@sly9263]

LOL only a complete imbecile would straight faced talk about Ford QC and act like government motors is a better decision... hahahahahaha

[@sly9263]

@@johnathanleonardo912 GM has been putting out leaking rear mains for 20 years and counting- they just scrapped the 3.0 duramax for a new one already. GM engines burn oil, dont even have port, and all their v8 DOD weak lifter systems are a ticking timebomb and mpg scam

[@matthewspann3003]

The Ecoboost 3.5 in the f150 has a tow rating of 14,100lbs, kinda sad a 6.6 v8 2500hd is only rated for 16,000

[@hydro1581]

That 3.5 Cannot tow 14K I can tell you right now

[@Icutmetal]

And the fact that you drew that comparison immediately announced your ignorance.

[@hydro1581]

@@Icutmetal could you image a 3.5 ecoboost doing 14K up a hill?

[@Icutmetal]

@@hydro1581 And could you imagine the rest of the truck controlling it coming down the other side with a strong cross wind?

[@hydro1581]

@@Icutmetal Been there done that. Towed big things with a half ton. (Was only 7.5K) They can’t handle side winds at all

[@ThePete2432]

My 3.5 ecoboost has more hp and torque than both of those

[@bodyguard5879]

Both engines are problematic. Currently, all full size truck engines are unreliable, including the Tundra.

[@guamazolopez6456]

6.6 isn’t, just a gas hog

[@rogeliobenitez7282]

It's direct injected, it will have problems too

[@PeteLeuenberger]

​@@rogeliobenitez7282 So what is one to do if i need a HD truck?

[@michaeljordan4571]

@HalfShell ya ya 7.3 issues are over blown, but not the chevy burning a little oil, get out of here fanboy. you ford boys have overblown the oil problem on the chevy so could feel better about your shitty 7.3. last I checked 1 in 500 engines have lifter problems on new trucks, that is a big issue to me. my 5.3 has had oil consumption for the past 15 years, you just have to add a little every so often.

[@rogeliobenitez7282]

I worry about potential problems with both GM & Ford gasser engines but mostly north of 100k miles... If you rack up miles quickly, look at diesels. I am biased towards power strokes for 200 - 400k mile usage, if you need higher than that, then get Cummins for reduced labor costs during repairs.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Anyone who buys one has more money than sense

[@TheTandrus]

Ridiculous review. “ the ford had a solid axle front end and the Chevy has independent. Wow are they different”. …… HOW, lol. No information, just stats which you can get from the respective websites. Utterly useless review.

[@jamesrichardson559]

GM is pure garbage. 100,000 mile transmission and engine at best. GM front end 60,000 miles

[@carltongray3302]

Ford and GM use the same 10 speed . GM is just Allison branded

[@anthonyc993]

@@carltongray3302 that is incorrect. The ford transmission is designed and built by ford. The gm transmission is built by gm and not Allison. Gm uses the Allison name as Allison approved the design and branding it an Allison. Now for the ford and gm half ton trucks those were co designed by ford and gm.

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

@@anthonyc993 nah the 10 speed used in the HDs are also co produced the 10r140 torque shift ford uses is the same as the 10L1000 GM calls the new Allison fords 10 speed has a higher lockout on the torque converter.

[@jamesrichardson559]

@@carltongray3302 Check the KZbin teardown comparison of the GM 10L to the Ford 10R

[@CloroxGodThe1st]

Edited you're comment. Gotta hold that L

[@fernandocancino7800]

definitely the ford engine is better

[@carltongray3302]

Just because it has more power/TQ don’t make it better . The GM 6.6 is impressive and just as durable if not more

[@rogeliobenitez7282]

At this point, both have new and unproven powerplants

[@fernandocancino7800]

@@carltongray3302 I think the ford engine is more refined in operation and slightly faster, it is my opinion, "king kong" is perhaps the most reliable engine that Chevrolet has today

[@joseramos7476]

The two gas are a wash, Ford has been borrowing design from GM 🤦

[@Icutmetal]

Well that was helpful 🤦‍♂️

[@Oldjongcrow416]

🔥🔥🔥👈

[@mikemccarthy6939]

Chevy sucky7.3 smokes the 6.6

[@johncipolletti5611]

Great vehicles for wasting money in a purchase of these over-priced vehicles! Also, great at gas guzzling (crying about $4 a gallon) and running at 12 mpg. Also top notch at pumping out environmentally dangerous exhaust. Hey, maybe a tank would be a better investment!?

[@Sc-jf3yk]

These are work trucks. Necessary to do the job. There aren't any other options.

[@johncipolletti5611]

@Sc Yes, a couple of them are parked down my street. They go by my house shaking it like tanks. Oh, and after time, they showed me that they are truly work trucks. My nice road has been ripped apart, partly by these work behemoths. I saw a large chunk of concrete fly up as one drove by in front of my home. The work? The road will have to be now repaired!

[@tedholvey2271]

Hey John Cipolletti, some of us need trucks to do our job. You probably drive a rice burner or a Duracell P.O.S., you probably don't know anyone that works building things or servicing things for a living. Just another "snowflake" commenting on sh_ _ you know nothing about!!!

[@kenbacon292]

Seems like if you feel that way you are watching the wrong video. There’s a Prius vs. Chevy bolt video you might like better?

[@johncipolletti5611]

@Ken Bacon NO, I know the game the car makers are playing. They are brainwashing the public to buy big behemoths to usually carry around one butt. On top of that, they persuade the suckers to buy a vehicle that cost twice the price of a sedan, gets poor gas mileage, and on top of that, they are charging the sucker 20% over MSRP!

[@Jpowe981]

Chevrolet's body design is horrible. It's about as ugly as homemade sin.