2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tundra | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
