2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 826 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tacoma | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
