2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
When comparing the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2012 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma Pricing
A used 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranges from $9,796 to $22,998 while a used 2012 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $13,494 to $27,786.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 loses 31 percent of its value and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma loses 13.8 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Toyota Tacoma retains 17.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Tacoma's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 4 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is 8.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Tacoma the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Tacoma a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s base engine makes 195 horsepower, and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 159 horsepower. The Silverado 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. This gives the 2012 Toyota Tacoma the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2012 Toyota Tacoma are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.3, 78.7, and 97.8 inches, and the 2012 Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.3 and 73.5 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 2012 Toyota Tacoma, with an average rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
9796 - 22998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310335
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
13494 - 27786
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.376686 / 10
Reliability:
8.830057 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.3 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches, 73.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ, Work Truck, XFE
2012 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, PreRunner, PreRunner V6, V6, X-Runner V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4800 lbs
Max Payload:
1940 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1350 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
41.5 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 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 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:
56.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4460 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
205.6 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
65.8 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
109.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R15