2003 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 153 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3246 mm |