2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 349 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
