Can You Figure Out If These Vehicles Are Ford Or Chevy?

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Are you an automotive expert who can identify the make of a car from a single glance? Can you distinguish a Ford from a Chevy as you cruise on down the highway? If you don't need an emblem to help you tell these two car brands apart, you just may have what it takes to ace our Ford vs. Chevy quiz.

It's no secret that Americans love their cars, and many drivers find their identity is closely tied to their favorite automotive brand. While vehicle buyers have plenty of options these days, perhaps no two companies are more closely tied to the American automotive identity than Ford and Chevy. Whether out of family tradition, ownership experience or regional preferences, plenty of U.S. car buyers ride or die by their favorite brand. Though both Ford and Chevy were born in Michigan in the early 20th century, the two brands are worlds apart in the mind's of many drivers.

Automotive brand identity runs so deep in America that the companies have even found their way into music. From the "Chevy at the levee" in Don McLean's "American Pie," or Bob Seger "getting heavy in the back seat of a '60 Chevy" in "Night Moves," to Alan Jackson's reverence for an "old hand-me-down Ford" in "Drive," or the "girl in the flatbed Ford" catching the eye of The Eagles on "Take It Easy."

No matter which way your allegiance lies, there's no question that it takes some skill to tell Mustang from Corvette or GT from Camero. Think you've got what it takes? Prove it with this Ford vs. Chevy quiz!

Is this midsize pickup from Ford or a Chevy?

Chevrolet replaced its S-10 pickup with the Colorado in 2003 but dropped the model in the U.S. in 2012. A second-generation Colorado debuted in several other countries before U.S. production began in 2014. The GMC version is called the Canyon.

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Who made this three-row crossover, Ford or Chevy?

The Ford Flex is a full-size crossover model in production since 2009, and the 2020 model year is likely to be its last. The same platform is also used for the Lincoln MKT, which also has a doubtful future.

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Both Chevy and Ford built iconic sport coupes. Do you know which brand made this one?

The Mustang is a Ford icon, introduced for 1965 and currently in its sixth generation. What began as a simple, affordable sporty car has in recent years evolved into a sophisticated performance model that can compete with both American muscle cars and imported sports coupes.

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Ford or Chevy, which All-American antique vehicle is shown?

The Ford Model T, produced from 1908 to 1927, is remembered as being among the first automobiles that was truly affordable for everyday workers. Its engineering was ultra-basic, and it was commonly referred to as the “Tin Lizzie” or “Flivver.”

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Ford and Chevy started building popular compact pickups in the 1980s. Which brand made this one?

The "Ranger" identity has made its way onto the names of quite a few Ford vehicles. In 1958, Ranger was a subseries of the doomed-to-fail Edsel passenger car line. Starting in 1965, it became an upgrade trim level for the F-series pickup. In 1983, Ford called its new compact pickup Ranger, which lasted until 2011. For 2019, the name returned on a line of midsize pickups.

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Full-size pickups inspire fierce brand loyalty. To which brand are owners of this modern model loyal?

The Ford F-Series pickup truck dynasty began in 1948 with the simple F1 model, which was renamed F-100 in the 1950s. The F-150 version appeared in 1975, becoming the base model in 1984. The 13th-generation F-series introduced for 2015 features an aluminum body and advanced EcoBoost turbocharged engines. Since 1977, the F-Series has been America’s best-selling truck.

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Buyers can’t get enough of compact crossovers. Is this model a Chevy or a Ford?

Chevrolet has been building the popular Equinox crossover since 2005. The current Equinox arrived for 2019 and offers a choice between turbocharged gas four-cylinder engines or a turbo diesel that gets up to a remarkable 39 mpg.

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Is this midsize sedan a Ford or a Chevy?

When Chevrolet introduced its Chevelle midsize model in 1964, it called the upgrade trim level the Malibu. That name replaced Chevelle entirely for 1978, and after a 14-year hiatus, the Malibu badge returned on a 1997 front-drive sedan. The current-generation Malibu offers a choice of turbocharged four-cylinder engines or a hybrid powertrain.

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Is this "cool" pickup a Ford or a Chevy?

Chevrolet introduced the Avalanche four-door pickup in 2001, but it was based on the somewhat more sophisticated chassis of the Suburban SUV rather than the Silverado pickup. The key difference from a conventional pickup was that the bed was integrated into the main body, not separate from it. Cadillac built a version called the Escalade EXT, and both were fully redesigned as second-generation models for 2007-2013.

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Does Chevrolet or Ford build this well-regarded midsize sedan?

Ford introduced the midsize Fusion for 2006 and seven years later gave it a drastic and well regarded redesign, along with a hybrid model. With Ford is dropping all its sedans, the Fusion set to disappear by 2021.

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Many brands offer big three-row crossover SUVs. Did Ford or Chevy make this one?

A full-size crossover SUV, the three-row, eight-seat Chevrolet Traverse debuted in 2009. A fully redesigned second-generation model arrived for the 2018 model year. The Buick Enclave is built on the same platform.

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This model started its life with one name and ended with another. Did Chevy or Ford pull that switcheroo?

Chevrolet introduced the Caprice Custom Sedan option package in 1965 as a luxury upgrade on the popular Impala four-door hardtop sedan. The following year, the Caprice became a separate model series with two- and four-door models and a station wagon. They were rebadged “Caprice Classic” in 1973, a name that superseded Impala in 1986. The Caprice Classic remained Chevy’s top sedan until 1996.

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Another popular full-size pickup, but who makes it?

Chevrolet began calling its full-size pickup “Silverado” in 1998, after decades as simply the C/K series. The latest generation models arrived in 2014, and the Silverado is currently the only American full-size pickup to offer a four-cylinder turbocharged engine as a base powerplant. The GMC version of the pickup is called Sierra.

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It was one of America’s most popular SUVs ever. Did Chevy build it, or Ford?

There are six generations of the Ford Explorer SUV, with the first introduced for 1991. The first four design generations used body-on-frame construction, while the fifth-generation in 2011 became a car-based “crossover” SUV. An all-new sixth-generation Explorer was introduced in 2019 as a 2020 model.

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This Ford or Chevy is perfect for big families. Which is it?

The Chevrolet Suburban name has been in production since 1935, with the latest model released in 2015. Did you know that the Cadillac Escalade ESV is essentially a version of the Suburban?

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Ford and Chevy both make huge SUVs. Which badge does this one wear?

The Chevrolet Tahoe is named for Lake Tahoe, which straddles the California and Nevada borders. It’s based on a shorter version of the chassis that underpins the Suburban, as are the GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade.

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This sporty model first appeared in the 1960s. Does it wear a Chevy "bowtie" or a Ford "blue oval" badge?

Chevrolet introduced the 1967 Camaro as a Mustang competitor. The two have been fierce rivals ever since, though the Camaro went on hiatus from 2003-2010. It came back with retro styling that recalled the 1969 model, and has since been redesigned. Engines range from a turbocharged four-cylinder to a 650-horsepower supercharged V8 in the ZL1.

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Which brand makes this 200-mph supercar, Ford or Chevy?

Inspired by the GT40 racecars that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright in 1966-1969, Ford built a GT road car for 2004-2006, and then a second generation model came out in 2017 (shown in photo). With a carbon fiber body and 647-horsepower twin-turbo V6, it can exceed 200 mph. Racing victories include winning the GTE class in the 2016 24 Hours of Le Mans.

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Was this subcompact a Ford or a Chevy?

Ford is dropping the Fiesta subcompact from its U.S. lineup after 2019, but a new, seventh-generation version will be sold in many other countries. The first-generation Fiesta was imported to the U.S. from West Germany from 1976-1980. Americans did not get generations 2-5, and the recently dropped sixth-generation model was made in Mexico.

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Was this recently discontinued model a Chevy or a Ford?

The U.S-built version of Ford’s globally successful Focus arrived in 1999 and was restyled for 2008. A fully redesigned, re-engineered third generation followed for 2011 and eventually offered high-performance ST and RS models. With most Ford customers now “focused” on SUVs and crossovers, Ford ended U.S. production in 2018.

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Which brand offered this spunky subcompact starting in 2012, Chevy or Ford?

If you can’t remember all of Chevy’s small-car names, you’re not alone. The Korean-built Aveo was redesigned and called Sonic for 2012, with production for U.S.-market models moved to Orion, Michigan. Offered in sedan and hatchback models, the Sonic is well regarded for decent performance and a refined ride. The sole engine choice for 2019 was a 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder.

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This small car “sparked” the imagination at either Chevy or Ford. Which one?

Built by General Motors in Korea, the Chevy Spark is sold in many countries. In the U.S., it’s Chevy’s lowest-priced car. Chevy also sold an electric version from 2013-2016.

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This compact model had a short lifespan. Did it come from Chevy or Ford?

The Chevrolet Cobalt (pictured) replaced the Cavalier in 2005, and then the Cruze replaced the Cobalt in 2001. Now Cruze is gone, too. It’s tough to be a Chevy compact.

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Both Ford and Chevy make luxurious full-size SUVs? Which brand made this one?

After years of watching Chevrolet make big profits on its full-size Tahoe and Suburban SUVs, Ford jumped in with the 1997 Expedition. The most recent version arrived in 2018, and it’s offered in standard (really big) and Max (even bigger) versions. Lincoln’s Navigator is built on the same chassis.

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Chevy and Ford are all-in on crossover SUVs. Which company makes this one?

The Fords Edge, introduced in 2006, is a two-row crossover slotted between the brand’s smaller Escape and larger Explorer. A redesigned second-generation model was introduced for 2015. For 2019, Chevrolet revived the Blazer name for an Edge competitor.

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Who made this oddly named hybrid, Ford or Chevy?

The C-Max was introduced in 2012 as Ford’s first U.S. hybrid-only line of vehicles. A kind of big hatchback, it was offered in hybrid and the plug-in hybrid models, the latter named C-Max Energi. Both were slow-selling and cancelled by 2018.

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Was this popular big coupe a Ford or a Chevy?

Introduced for 1970, the first Chevrolet Monte Carlo was based on the Chevelle chassis, but with a slightly longer wheelbase. The model was downsized in 1978, and a Monte Carlo SS muscle car sold more than 100,000 from 1983-1988. From 1995-2006, Monte Carlo was a front-drive model. The name came from a district in the European Principality of Monaco on the French Riviera. (Both “Monaco” and “Riviera” were used as names for other American cars.)

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Mini-crossovers are getting hot. Is this one from Chevy or Ford?

The Chevrolet Trax is one of a slew of subcompact crossover SUVs on the market. Built in Korea and Mexico, it arrived in the U.S. market in 2015. In Russia and Brazil, the Trax is known as the Tracker.

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This was one of the best-selling muscle cars decades ago, but did it come from Ford or Chevrolet?

From 1964 to 1978, Chevrolet produced three generations of the Chevelle, which was considered a mid-sized model. While vast majority of those made were standard sedans, coupes and wagons, the Chevelle SS396 and SS454 were muscle cars to be reckoned with in the 1960s and early 1970s. (A 1970 model is shown.)

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This mid-1950s model became a car culture icon, but who made it?

The 1956 Chevrolet was a lightly restyled version of the iconic 1957 model. Together with the ’57, the three model years are referred to as the “Tri-Five” Chevys.

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Who introduced this minivan in 1995, Chevy or Ford?

Ford introduced the front-wheel drive Windstar for 1995, while the minivan market was still hot. The redesigned 2004 model was renamed Freestar and was also sold as the Mercury Monterey. Both were gone after 2007.

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Was it Ford or Chevy that recently canceled this sleek compact model?

The Chevrolet Cruze had a short life, debuting for 2011 in the U.S., a few years after other countries got it. The second-generation model arrived in 2016, including sedan and hatchback versions. General Motors cancelled the Cruze in 2019 and closed the Lordstown, Ohio plant that built it for the U.S. market.

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Both Ford and Chevy made car-based pickups. Whose is this one?

A response to the Ford Ranchero car-based pickup introduced in 1957, the Chevy El Camino was first built in 1959-1960 and then revived on the midsize Chevelle series in 1964. The model continued on the downsized chassis in 1978 and stayed in production through 1987. It was also sold as the GMC Sprint from 1971-1977 and GMC Cabellero from 1978-1987.

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Did this highly advanced hybrid come from Ford or Chevy?

The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in hybrid introduced in 2011. After the battery charge runs down, the gasoline engine runs to charge it, though the car still runs primarily on the electric motor. The second-generation Volt, introduced for 2017, could drive 53 miles on the battery charge alone. It was discontinued in early 2019, as General Motors switches its focus to pure electric vehicles.

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It’s one of several new small cars introduced for 1971, but is this a Chevy or a Ford?

Ford introduced the Pinto, a rear-wheel-drive subcompact economy model, for 1971. Although the car was produced until 1980, a 1977 report exposed the Pinto’s increased risk for fatal fires in rear-end impacts, with numerous deaths blamed on the problem.

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Was this late 1980s minivan a Ford or Chevy?

In response to Chrysler’s huge success with its first minivans in the 1980s, Ford introduced the Aerostar in 1985. The Aerostar was built until 1997, offered with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Ford introduced the front-drive Windstar in 1995 and dropped the Aerostar two years later.

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This tiny car had an international lineage. Was it a Chevy or a Ford?

The Ford Festiva (not to be confused with the Fiesta) was a subcompact designed by Mazda in Japan, built in Korea by Kia and sold in numerous countries. It was in Ford’s U.S. showrooms from 1987-1993. The redesigned model was renamed Aspire, but not many people aspired town one, and it was dropped in 1997.

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Is this hot-selling compact crossover a Ford or a Chevy?

Since 2000, Ford has produced three generations of its Escape compact crossover. Other versions of the first-generation model were also marketed as the Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner. An all-new Escape has been introduced for 2020. In other countries, it’s called the Kuga.

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Is this electric vehicle a Ford or a Chevy?

Chevrolet introduced the all-electric Bolt hatchback for 2017. It was the first “affordable” EV (that is, under $40,000) capable of going more than 200 miles on a single battery charge. It’s rated at 238 miles. Chevy recently discontinued the similarly named Volt, which was a plug-in hybrid.

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People love to customize classic Chevys and Fords. Which one is this?

Chevrolet introduced the Impala in 1958 as an upscale subseries of the Bel Air. For 1959 (shown), the Impala became its own model and by 1965 was America’s the top-selling car for a number of years. After taking some years off in the mid-1980s, the Impala returned as a four-door muscle car for 1994-1996, and then as a front-drive family sedan in 2000. The highly regarded current model will end production in 2020.

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Here’s another recently introduced mini-SUV. Is it a Chevy or a Ford?

Ford began making the subcompact EcoSport SUV in Brazil in 2003. The model was thoroughly redesigned for 2012, and Ford began importing models to the U.S. from its plant in India in 2018. Engine choices include a standard 123-horsepower 1.0-liter three-cylinder EcoBoost turbo or a 2.0-liter four-cylinder (non-turbo) with 166 horsepower.

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Was it Chevy or Ford that took a market risk with this 1960s compact car, which seemed a bit radical when introduced?

Introduced for 1960, the compact Chevrolet Corvair was considered radical for its rear-mounted, air-cooled six-cylinder engine. Chevy redesigned the Corvair for 1965, with a more sophisticated looking body and a re-engineered suspension system that cured some known handling problems. It was those issues that earned the Corvair scorn in safety advocate Ralph Nader’s seminal 1965 book, “Unsafe at Any Speed.” Corvair production ended in 1969.

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This was once America's best-selling car. Is it a Ford or a Chevy?

The Ford Taurus was introduced for 1986, with an aerodynamic body and front-wheel drive. Between 1992 and 1996, the Taurus was the top-selling car in the U.S., although many of those were sold to rental fleets. The Taurus dropped after 2006, but for 2008, the larger Ford Five Hundred was renamed Taurus. It was redesigned for 2010 and then discontinued after the last 2019 was built.

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Which carmaker, Ford or Chevrolet, built this compact model for 22 years?

Chevrolet introduced its compact Cavalier in 1982 and built it, in three design generations, until 2004. Along the way, Cavalier was offered in sedan, coupe, wagon and convertible models. There was even a sporty Z24.

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Compact economy cars were big business in the '60s. Was this one a Ford or Chevy?

The Ford Falcon entered the compact segment 1960 and became a huge success for Ford, which needed it after the Edsel fiasco. The Falcon was built until 1970, when it was replaced by the Maverick. The Falcon nameplate has been used on Ford cars in other countries, including Mexico, Chile, Argentina and Australia.

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Did Ford or Chevy introduce this tough off-road truck in 1969?

Chevrolet introduced the K5 Blazer in 1969 as an outdoorsy four-wheel drive adventure truck, based on a short-wheelbase version of the C/K pickup truck chassis. A two-wheel drive version became the base model in 1970. The Blazer lasted through several redesigns until 1994. From the start, it was also sold as the GMC Jimmy, which was renamed Yukon in 1992. The Blazer name returned for 2019 as a not-so-tough crossover SUV.

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Ford and Chevy introduced new subcompact models for 1971. Who made this one?

There was just one generation of the Chevrolet Vega economy car, produced from 1970 to 1977. The model is named after "Vega," the brightest star of the Lyra constellation. Early models were plagued with a raft of problems, notably with the engine and rust-prone body.

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This full-size model was very popular in the 1960s. Is it a Chevy or a Ford?

Ford introduced the Galaxie name for its top-of-line 1959 model. The name was inspired by the excitement over the U.S. space program, though it was an intentional misspelling of “galaxy.” Later upgrade models were called Galaxie 500, XL and LTD. The latter name superseded Galaxie in 1974. (A 1966 model is pictured.)

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This 1955 two-seater became an instant classic, but from Ford or Chevy?

Ford introduced the first Thunderbird as a two-seater in 1955, not really a sports car but what Ford called a “personal car.” That triggered a whole new segment that lasted for about four decades.

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Who made this 1970s sport coupe, Ford or Chevy?

Chevrolet introduced the Monza compact sport coupe for 1975. It used many parts from the brand’s Vega, including the 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine. The Monza also offered a rather low-powered (135 horsepower) version of Chevy’s famous 350 cubic-inch V-8. (A highly customized Monza is shown.) The Monza was built until 1980 and included a Towne Coupe companion model, a wagon (basically a rebadged Vega) as well as Buick and Oldsmobile “clone” models.

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