2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3270 mm |
