Toyota Tacoma vs RAM 1500
Overview | |
Years produced1995-Present | Years produced2011-Present |
MSRP$31,500 | MSRP$40,275 |
Listings1698 | Listings9823 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. | |
Reviews SummaryThere's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity6 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.5 in | Bed Length76.3 in |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight4838 lbs |
Height74.0 in | Height77.5 in |
Length213.0 in | Length228.4 in |
Width76.9 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase131.9 in | Wheelbase140.6 in |
Maximum Payload1460 lbs | Maximum Payload2360 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity11600 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-Present | 2011-Present |
MSRP | $31,500 | $40,275 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. | There's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 6 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 6 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.5 in | 76.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 4838 lbs |
Height | 74.0 in | 77.5 in |
Length | 213.0 in | 228.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 131.9 in | 140.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1460 lbs | 2360 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 11600 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7700 lbs |
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