1996 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 1996 Toyota Tacoma
When comparing the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 1996 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1996 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 1996 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 is a better car than the 1996 Toyota Tacoma.
1996 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 1996 Toyota Tacoma Pricing
A used 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $2,525 to $18,984 while a used 1996 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $4,998 to $17,385.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 1996 Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 142 horsepower. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles.This gives the 1996 Toyota Tacoma the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 and the 1996 Toyota Tacoma are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1996 Toyota Tacoma has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2525 - 18984
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4998 - 17385
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
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Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Natural Gas
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie SLT, LT, ST, WS
1996 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, SR5, V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
170 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3200 lbs
Max Payload:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4009 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
118.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
61 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available