Summer Truck Roundup
Now that summer is here, and we’ve conquered towing, we’re seeing the truck comparisons pile up. We’re here to put our well-known trucks to the test and show you what they’re all about.
The Toyota Tacoma
Whether you’re looking at the off-road-ready TRD trim or the base model, the Tacoma is more than ready to prove its worth. Our smallest truck only looks small — in the power department, it’s all muscle. The Tacoma has a maximum towing capacity of 6,400 lbs and a payload capacity of 1,500 lb. On top of that, you’ll find 153 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque to haul your trailer or fishing equipment to your next outing. You’ll even be able to get your ATV unstuck from any muddy messes. It’s alright, they happen.
Visually, it keeps its cool while remaining dominant and tough. The TRD badges and alloy wheels stay dark and classy. The vehicle’s interior design leaves nothing left to desire except to hop in and enjoy the premium seats, sound system, and technology.
The Tacoma boasts a powerful 3.5L 6-cylinder engine and vehicle stability control. You’ll also find one-touch 4-wheel drive, traction control, and an auto limited slip rear differential. This is one of the biggest things to consider when comparing the Tacoma to other mid-size trucks: the premium power it beholds.
The Toyota Tundra
The Tundra is one of the biggest trucks out there, coming in more powerful, wider, and longer than its F-150 and Silverado counterparts. When it comes to towing, one of the main reasons why people realize their need for a truck, the Tundra is more than capable.
Being the larger of our two trucks, the Tundra comes in a touch more aggressively at every point. For power, the Tundra can brag about its 10,000 lbs in towing capacity. When it comes to payload, the Tundra has up to 1,365 lbs of payload capacity for you and all of your toys. If you want to toss one ATV in the bed and tow another behind in the trailer, the Tundra can make that happen without breaking a sweat.
Just like on the Tacoma you’ll find a rear slip differential, one-touch 4-wheel drive, but with active traction control. Beyond that, the biggest difference between the two is that the Tundra houses a 5.7L 8-cylinder engine. This means more power if you need it, and can help you decide to stick with the Tacoma if your needs are more lightweight.
What do the two have in common?
Both the Tacoma and the Tundra are packed full of safety and tech features. If you’re wanting to keep up with the Joneses while keeping your family safe, there’s no better duo of trucks to make that happen in.
Toyota Safety Sense P options for these trucks include:
Blind spot detection
Backup cameras
Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection
Lane departure alert - with steering assist
Automatic high beams
Dynamic radar cruise control
These features are in addition to STAR safety features such as anti-lock braking, vehicle stability control, brake assist, smart stop technology, traction control, and electronic brake force distribution. Just a few more ways that Toyota shows our commitment to your family’s safety.
