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If you’re shopping for a new full-size truck, you’re probably comparing the Toyota Tundra vs. Chevy Silverado 1500 specs, features, and differences. To help you narrow down your search to the best new truck for your needs, we’ve put together a Chevy Silverado 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra overview and comparison that points out the differences in performance, reliability, and passenger room that will have you calling our Chevy dealer to schedule your test drive.
The heart of any full-size truck is the engine. Let’s see if it’s the new Toyota Tundra or Silverado 1500 that gives you the 0-60 mph time, performance, and towing capacity you need.
The new Chevy Silverado 1500 offers a menu of engines to choose from. The 2.7-liter turbo is equipped with Active Fuel Management™, and automatic start/stop to deliver impressive fuel economy while also putting out 310 horsepower and 348 pound-feet of torque. This engine comes standard on the Silverado WT LTD, Silverado Custom LTD, Silverado Custom Trail Boss, Silverado LT LTD, and Silverado RST LTD.
Looking for the power and rumble of a V8? Then the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 that comes standard on the Silverado LTZ is for you. This Ford EcoTec engine pairs with an 8-speed automatic and puts out 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
If that’s not enough for you, the 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 delivers 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. But maybe you’re looking for up to an EPA-estimated 31 mpg1 on the highway and 9,300 pounds of towing capability2 for those long hauls. In that case, the Duramax 3.0-liter turbo-diesel with a 10-speed automatic transmission and offers up to 460 pound-feet of torque is the powertrain for you.
The Toyota Tundra offers a choice of 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engines that put out a max 389 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque, but you won’t find a new Toyota Tundra with a V8 or a turbo-diesel in the lineup.
| Chevy Silverado 1500 | Toyota Tundra | |
| Engine | 2.7L Turbo engine 8-speed automatic transmission | i-FORCE 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 |
| Horsepower | 310-hp @ 5600 rpm | 389 hp @ 5200 rpm |
| 0-60 | 5.4 seconds (2021 est) | 6.2 seconds |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft |
| Towing Capacity3 | 13,300 lbs. | 11,120 lbs. |
If you’re comparing the Chevy Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra size, the Tundra offers five seats and is roughly two inches longer than the Silverado. The Silverado, however, comes with six seats and is slightly wider.
In terms of bed size, the Silverado has a deeper, wider, and longer bed than the Tundra. The Silverado checks the boxes when you need a truck that gives you the performance and room you need to get things done. At this point, you’re probably ready to click over to our new Chevy specials and see how you can save on a new Chevy Silverado.
| Chevy Silverado 1500 | Toyota Tundra | |
| # of Passengers: | 6 | 5 |
| Length: | 231.70 inches | 233.6 inches |
| Width: | 81.24 inches | 80.2 inches |
| Height: | 75.49 inches | 78.0 inches |
| Bed Depth: | 22.40 inches | 20.9 inches |
| Bed Width: | 71.40 inches | 58.7 inches |
| Bed Length: | 69.92 inches | 65.6 inches |
The Silverado and Toyota Tundra are both well-made vehicles that offer comparable longevity. When your Silverado is well-maintained, and the factory service schedule is followed, your new truck can easily last more than 200,000 miles or twenty years.
The best way to enjoy your new truck for the long haul is to stay on top of your service intervals and make sure your truck’s oil changes are performed on time. We offer a state-of-the-art service department at our dealership that can handle all of your auto repair needs. Be sure to check our service specials for oil change coupons before you book your appointment.
The Chevy Silverado is known for its functional bed. The new Silverado offers the industry-first power-up/-down tailgate and best-in-class standard cargo volume of up to 89.1 cubic feet.4 To help you work smarter and get more done, the Multi-Flex Tailgate is available on all eight trim models and provides six different ways to load/unload and access the cargo bed.
The Silverado comes standard with 12 tie-downs, while the Toyota Tundra only has four adjustable tie-down cleats as part of its deck rail system.
Now that you’ve seen all the ways the Chevy Silverado is a better fit for your workload than the Toyota Tundra, you’re probably deciding if it’s better to lease or finance a new truck. Our team of finance associates is standing by to take your free credit application and answer your questions about how buying compares to leasing.
The Chevy Silverado 1500 and Toyota Tundra are both comparable in size, but the Silverado has more cargo room in the bed. The Tundra is 233.6 inches, which is longer than the Silverado at 231.7 inches. The Silverado is slightly wider at 81.24 inches than the Tundra at 80.2 inches. The Tundra is 78 inches in height, taller than the Silverado at 75.49 inches tall.
The new Chevy Silverado offers 13,300 pounds of max available trailering,5 which is more than the 11,175-pounds of towing capacity offered by the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro 4×4 HV CrewMax and the 11,400 pounds of maximum towing in the Toyota Tundra Limited 4×2 Double Cab. In short, the Chevy Silverado tows more than the Toyota Tundra.
When comparing the size of these popular new trucks for sale, the Toyota Tundra measures 233.6 inches in total length. It is slightly longer than the Chevy Silverado, measuring 231.7 inches in overall length. While the Tundra is slightly longer and taller than the Silverado, the Chevy truck for sale is wider and has more bed cargo room.
1Silverado LTD 2WD with available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6 engine EPA-estimated 23 MPG city/31 highway.
2Requires Silverado LTD Double Cab Standard Bed 2WD or Crew Cab Short Bed 2WD and Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel I-6. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
3Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
4Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
5Requires Silverado LTD Double Cab Standard Bed RST 4×4 with available 6.2L V8 engine, Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.