Choosing between Tundra and Silverado/Sierra

[Front Runner]

I own a 2015 Double Cab SR5 TRD package Tundra and a 2015 LTZ double cab Silverado with the 6.2/A8/3.23. My Tundra is a 5.7 with 4.30's out back. The Tundra is no more responsive than my Silverado..... but by reading here and the complaining I see maybe I got a freak...... or GM people just whine and complain more. The only way the Tundra is even fun to drive is to put it in Select shift mode and make sure all the traction control is off. Then it does shift really nice and doesn't fall on it's face like it feels too otherwise plus feels a lot more powerful/responsive. Power is no comparison.... the Chev will wipe the floor with the Yota all day every day and get better mileage doing it. The Tundra's interior is also pretty boring and realistically is completely identical to a 2007 model short of the touchscreen they added with the sheet metal redesign.

 

The Tundra is a nice truck but it's dated and really I don't see that its that wonderful lol. I never drive my Tundra anymore.... haven't even seen the truck since August lol. I know with the dealership network out here or lack thereof I won't buy another Toyota.... but that's not the trucks fault.

 

You are comparing a 2007 truck at the end of the day to a 2014...... because most of the Toyota still hasn't changed. Maybe they will do something about all that in the next update....... I dunno.

 

Drive both and buy which one you like the best...... if I used these internet forums as a gauge to buy anything I wouldn't own any brand of truck.... as they are all garbage lol.

You make a lot of great points.

 

Speaking of GM people whining and complaining more, I does seem like there's a lot of whining and complaining on this forum. Some of it is truly justified but I do have my doubts about a lot of it.

 

 

 

Haha. I get it. I really like both. Looks like I am gonna have to do another test drive. The tundra is boring.... Boring but the safe bet... Thanks for your feedback

You have to do what's best for you. Actually, I like the looks of the tundra but I honestly think their price should reflect its age. I think they are completely overpriced for what they offer on a outdated platform with no new features besides minor stuff. Ironically, I'm not the type that has to see a refresh every 2-4 years and also believe in the "if it works, let's stick with it philosophy" but I firmly believe that the price should reflect that. If you wanna charge me more you better bring the best or at least great goodies to the table.

 

At the juncture, all of the issues with the Tundra have been worked out while there are still a couple of GM trucks that have issues/bugs to be worked out. It seems that most 14/15/15 GM truck owners are very happy and satisfied with their purchase like I am but in most cases, we aren't the ones making a lot of the noise around here.

 

Also, because of factory tuning, I've read that you have to push the 6.2 gas pedal over half way to really wake it up during acceleration. Nothing wrong with it, just the way it's tuned.

 

Finally, there are many (I believe most) of us with no long lasting, uncorrected, issues at all. I absolutely love my truck and it's simply the best vehicle I've ever owned. I've owned about 40 vehicles in my lifetime, including several Toyotas (trucks included) and still feel the my Silverado HC is the best. My next statement is unqualified but I think that most GM truck owners feel the same way as I do.

[SMiller]

I LOVE the full power back window, reliability, rear HVAC, and throttle response of the Toyota.

 

The TRD Pro pricing is through the roof, that would be a tough call, at the end of the day the GM wins out for me.

 

Don't just test drive them, do it back to back a d tell the salesman to stay behind, I can't think with those idiots talking the whole time.

[moosehead1]

Get the outdated rice burner with smaller engine.

 

 

 

 

 

I kid, I kid.

[Front Runner]

Don't just test drive them, do it back to back a d tell the salesman to stay behind, I can't think with those idiots talking the whole time.

Agree. Back to back test drives would be best. Also, if they must ride, tell the salesman to be quiet and don't speak unless spoken to on the test drive. They usually keep talking as a diversion so you wont notice things that you may not like. They would rather attempt to keep talking about what they think is positive.

[codman232]

I really like the grill and overall looks of the 2016 All-terrain much better.

[RyanbabZ71]

Agree. Back to back test drives would be best. Also, if they must ride, tell the salesman to be quiet and don't speak unless spoken to on the test drive. They usually keep talking as a diversion so you wont notice things that you may not like. They would rather attempt to keep talking about what they think is positive.

Pull over and make them get out lol

 

 

Ryan

[lsxrx7]

you come to a GM site people wlll be bias towards the GM / Chev twins

same thing happens if you go to a tundra site

[codman232]

you come to a GM site people wlll be bias towards the GM / Chev twins

same thing happens if you go to a tundra site

I agree

[mikedege]

I am a Toyota fanboy, and II liked them both, drove them both, and liked the way the Sierra drove better. I guess the thing that pushed me most towards the GMC was the price.

The Toyota similarly equipped was >6K more. They just don't deal as much. So now I drive a 6.2L Sierra and get 21mpg on the freeway. No vibration issues or anything wrong with mine. Couldn't be happier. But either is a good choice in my mind. Drive em and get the one you feel better in!!!

 

Good luck,

Mike

[wayles]

I traded a 2008 Tundra double cab 5.7 on a 2015 Silverado LTZ 6.2 and I couldn't be happier. The Tundra had 51000 easy miles on it and was starting to get expensive. Replaced the left side rear axle bearing to the tune of $700.00 and the right side was starting to make noise. Also, every weld on my frame was rusty and since Toyota has had frame rust issues in the past, I just couldn't chance it. Toyota quality is generally good, but they're not perfect.

[SMiller]

you come to a GM site people wlll be bias towards the GM / Chev twins

same thing happens if you go to a tundra site

Surprisingly enough I have seen more great reviews of F-150's, Rams, and Tundras on here, seems there are some guys that can tell it like it is, glad to see it.

[Easymoney]

I looked at the Silverado and Toyota. I liked the looks of the Silverado. It gets good gas milage. The interior is nice and quiet. It had all the electronic options I wanted. The Dealership I bought it from was great to work with. I eventually realized the only reason I was considering Toyota was reliability. The Toyota Dealers I went to were not willing to negotiate on the price. They had the attitude "pay our price or leave".I have had the Sliverado for over a year and had no problems with it.

[Tek74]

You should buy which ever one you like better, but I say buy American. There are three manufactures and you can put an American flag sticker on the back window without getting funny looks.

 

If it helps, I'm 6 months into my 2015 Silverado 5.3L and have no regrets.

[Dropsix]

Oddly enough, in comparison to everyone else here, I LOVE the looks of the Tundra. I think it's just absolutely awesome looking. Especially the TRD pro. What a truck.

 

While I like my truck, I still turn my head at most 2014 and up Tundra's. They just look so damn good.

 

 

If you can get the TRD Pro, go for it!! Nothing against the Sierra's or Silverado's at all. I like Ram's and F150's too.

[robvas]

Don't like the looks of the Tundra. 6.2 + 8 speed = no comparison when it comes to power. The Tundra is no slouch but the 6.2 is a rocket. GM interior is way better. Sierra rides smoother and quieter. Silverado gets much better mileage.

 

TRD Pro is a nice off-road package. But you can match in the aftermarket with the GM. And you'll get a real rear locker from the factory with the GM.