2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
When we compare the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2003 Toyota Tundra's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2003 Toyota Tundra has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2003 Toyota Tundra have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2003 Toyota Tundra's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Toyota Tundra is a better car than the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra Pricing
A used 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $4,000 to $17,157 while a used 2003 Toyota Tundra is priced between $5,955 to $17,998.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 31 percent of its value and the 2003 Toyota Tundra loses 19.5 percent of its value. This means the 2003 Toyota Tundra retains 11.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Tundra's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 4 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Toyota Tundra being ranked 1 out of 11.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Tundra the reliability rating is 9.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Tundra a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2003 Toyota Tundra base engine makes 190 horsepower. Both the Silverado 1500 and the Tundra are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 494 and 468 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2003 Toyota Tundra are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration. The 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 78.7 and 97.6 inches, and the 2003 Toyota Tundra offers bed lengths of 76.5 and 98.2 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 2003 Toyota Tundra, with an average rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.21 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4000 - 17157
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5955 - 17998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.194572
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Toyota Tundra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.970171 / 10
Reliability:
9.100512 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
9.2 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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10 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
76.5 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT, Work Truck
2003 Toyota Tundra Trim Levels
Base, Limited, SR5
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.21 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8400 lbs
Max Payload:
1958 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1575 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 18 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4142 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3925 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
70.5 inches
Length:
217.5 inches
Wheelbase:
128.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16