2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2021 Toyota Tundra

If you’re looking for a dependable pickup that can help you conquer all of life’s challenges, you’ve probably noticed that the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2021 Toyota Tundra both have a lot to offer. And, since both models have strong reputations for reliability, you know that each truck has what it takes to go the distance. However, those comparing the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra will also find that:

• The new Silverado offers many more engine options, as well as higher maximum payload and towing capacities.
• While both offer three beds to choose from, the beds available for the Silverado are larger. The Silverado also offers a MultiFlex Tailgate, which can help you get more done.
• Toyota has a great reputation for reliability, but the Silverado reigns supreme in this match-up.

Chevrolet Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra: Engine Options

The 2021 Toyota Tundra offers a V8 engine as standard, and some Sicklerville drivers might be tempted to end their research there. Although it is a little stronger than the base-level V6 in the Silverado 1500, any driver who takes the time to customize the Silverado will find that it offers much more impressive capabilities:

Silverado 1500 Engines

• 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 with Active Fuel Management™ – 285 hp / 305 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7L Turbo i4 with Active Fuel Management™ – 310 hp / 348 lb-ft of torque
• 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management™ – 420 hp / 460 lb-ft of torque
• 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management™ – 355 hp / 383 lb-ft of torque
• Duramax® 3.0L Turbo Diesel – 277 hp / 460 lb-ft of torque

Tundra Engine

• 5.7-liter V8 – 381 hp / 401 lb-ft of torque

What’s more, a Silverado with a diesel engine can get up to 33 mpg on the highway! The Tundra offers a maximum of just 18 mpg highway, and that means you could cut your fuel costs by nearly 50%, just by choosing the Chevy.

You won’t necessarily need a trim upgrade to access the engine you’ve been searching for, but since the Silverado 1500 starts with a much lower price than the Tundra, you can afford to explore your options. Don’t forget to check out the Chevy Silverado color options and Special Edition models, too.

Chevrolet Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra: Capabilities

Towing Capacity

• The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can tow up to 13,300 pounds when equipped with the 6.2-liter V8. With the available diesel engine, it can tow up to 9,500 pounds.
• The Toyota Tundra tows up to 10,200 pounds–but since it isn’t as efficient as the most efficient Silverado, and isn’t as powerful as the strongest Silverado, it’s bound to feel like a compromise.

Payload Ratings & Bed Sizes

• Payloads: The Tundra can only handle a payload of roughly 1,660 pounds. The Silverado, on the other hand, can carry up to 2,280 pounds in its truck bed.
• Bed Sizes: Both models offer three bed sizes, but the standard truck bed on the Silverado is four inches longer than the bed on the Tundra. The other beds both have one-inch advantages over the Tundra’s competing options.
• Utility & Design: Even if you’re looking at the larger beds, you’ll notice that the Tundra beds all have high walls–making your cargo space somewhat less accessible. The Silverado goes in the opposite direction, offering an all-new MultiFlex tailgate that works like a step, or folds down by half to help you transport longer cargo securely.

Chevrolet Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra: Reliability

We couldn’t close out this comparison without bragging about the perfect five-point reliability score of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The Tundra earned a respectable rating–four points out of five–but it’s not enough to edge out a win against the Chevy.

Bring the New Chevy Silverado Home Today!

Now that you’ve compared the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado vs. Toyota Tundra, we know you’ll want to see more! Schedule your test drive today, and find out if this Chevy is the right truck for your Sewell and Williamstown adventures.