2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |