2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
