2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1174 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) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |