2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
