Chevy Silverado 1500 vs Toyota Tacoma

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Silverado 1500 vs Toyota Tacoma: Performance Specs

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One of the biggest appeals of a pickup truck is its power. With the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500, you’ll have six powerful engine options to choose from:

With the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, on the other hand, you’ll have just two engines to choose from. You won’t have access to a V8 engine with this model, and you’ll max out at 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque.

You’ll also miss out on both Dynamic Fuel Management and Active Fuel Management resulting in a top fuel economy of an EPA-estimated 20 city/23 highway MPG.

Silverado 1500 vs Tacoma: Towing & Hauling Capabilities

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As a result of its impressive power output, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 can move a serious amount of trailer and cargo weight. When equipped with the available 6.2L V8 engine and available Max Trailering Package, this model can tow up to a whopping 13,300 pounds of trailer weight.

Additionally, when you opt for the Regular Cab, you’ll have up to 89.1 cubic feet of maximum bed volume as well as a payload capacity of 2,280 pounds.

Without a V8 engine, the Toyota Tacoma can’t compete with the Silverado. With the Tacoma, you’ll only be able to tow up to 6,800 pounds of trailer weight and will have a payload capacity of 1,685 pounds, significantly less than what the Silverado 1500 is capable of.

2021 Silverado 1500 vs Tacoma: Top-of-the-Line Tech

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Inside both the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 and the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, you’ll find some intuitive technology features starting with touchscreen infotainment systems. Use these systems to stay in touch via smartphone integration and get to where you need to go with turn-by-turn navigation.

The Silverado 1500 doesn’t stop there, though. This model also sports:

• A segment-first available Advanced Trailering System with remote access.
• A head-up display that projects information onto the windshield.
• A Rear Camera Mirror that changes the mirror surface into a screen.

Unfortunately, the Tacoma doesn’t offer any of these features or any features like them.