Which Truck Do You Want to Drive: Silverado or Tundra?

We’re putting the Chevrolet Silverado and the Toyota Tundra, two incredibly popular pickups, side-by-side to see which we like more.
The full-size truck market is filled with vehicles that can be a lot of fun for you to drive on the road. Whether you need a truck that can head to the jobsite to be the biggest tool in your toolbox, or you want a truck that can allow you to haul your travel trailer on the roads for the road trip fun you have in mind, it’s important you choose the right one. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the Chevrolet Silverado and the Toyota Tundra to choose the truck that will give you what you need.

Pricing

One of the most important aspects of what you find in the truck you want to drive is the price. When you shop for the Silverado you’re going to find a lower starting price than the Tundra, which gives you serious value at the work truck level. Move up through the trims and the fact the Silverado offers you a larger menu of features to make it easy for you to have the drive you want means you might pay more for the Silverado in the end, but you’ll have a lot more in the truck you enjoy every day.

Comfort

While you might not spend a lot of time thinking about the comfort of the truck you drive, the fact is, you will spend a lot of time in the cabin. The Silverado offers you seating for three, five, or six people depending upon the configuration you choose. You can have leather upholstery and qualities that make this cabin extremely comfortable. The Tundra doesn’t offer as many different choices for you to have the seating but there is good legroom in this truck to make sure you can have a great drive.

Cargo Room

Both of these trucks offer you the same size beds to choose from with 5.5 feet, 6.5 feet, and 8 feet for the bed length. The Silverado is the winner in this category because of the usefulness of the bed. The built-in CornerStep bumper and EZ-Lift and Lower tailgate makes the bed more accessible and easier to make use of in the Silverado you choose to drive. With the benefit of cargo room in the rear of the truck, you need to be able to get items in and out easily and the Silverado makes this possible for you.

Interior Quality

When you get inside the Chevrolet Silverado, even the most basic work truck model, you’re going to enjoy the benefits of a quiet, well-designed, ergonomic cabin that’s built with high-quality materials to make it easier for you to enjoy the ride. Higher trim levels of the Silverado can reach luxury levels and offer you more of the driving features you’re looking for when you head out on the road. Unfortunately, the Tundra allows more road and engine noise to enter the cabin and the controls can be a bit confusing at times.

Features

Chevrolet has handled the desire for connectivity with the inclusion of an impressive MyLink infotainment system, 4G LTE Wi-Fi, and an eight-inch touchscreen. You’ll be able to connect using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and set the Teen Driver levels for the times your young driver makes use of the Silverado. The Tundra offers a 6.1-inch screen and the Entune infotainment system. Unfortunately, this system doesn’t offer you the benefits of the same level of connectivity even though the Entune system is easy to use. The Silverado is a clear winner in this category to give you everything you desire.

Verdict

With a lower starting price, plenty of interior comforts and features you can enjoy, and the cargo accessibility you want, the Chevrolet Silverado is clearly the winner in this contest. The Toyota Tundra has several items you’re sure to like, but the Silverado will make you fall in love whether you make use of this truck for work or for play. This is the truck that allows you to get things done and experience the power and performance you want while having the benefits of the creature comforts and items that will ensure you have the drive you’ve been searching for.