2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 139 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tundra | 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tundra | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
