Tundra vs. Silverado question
I have a 2014 Silverado 5.3L V8 with tow capacity of 9700# and payload capacity of 1638# according to the sticker on the door jamb. I tow my camper with it, which fully loaded weighs close to 9500#. ...
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The other thing you should consider when comparing 1/2 ton to a larger truck with a large trailer - your trailer weighs 9500 lbs, your truck weighs 5-6K. That is a small truck in front of a lot of weight. Putting a truck that weighs 8K or better, the truck is better weighted for the trailer it is pulling. Much safer for you, your family and the people around you. Also, I went from a Yukon SUV to a 3/4 ton diesel Chev and get better gas mileage towing or just driving around town. Back when diesel was cheaper than regular gas, it saved me money, not right now, but it will go back down again. I also have the ability to not worry about the trailer I tow, would be more true if I had a 1 ton, but even a 3/4 ton is much more capable than a 1/2 ton. Toyota makes a great vehicle, but the Tundra likes gas...
