2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Dodge Ram 1500
When we compare the 2009 Toyota Tacoma's and the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Toyota Tacoma's and the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 is a better car than the 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pricing
A used 2009 Toyota Tacoma ranges from $9,892 to $21,000 while a used 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 is priced between $7,845 to $17,998.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Toyota Tacoma’s base engine makes 159 horsepower, and the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. This gives the 2009 Toyota Tacoma the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The 2009 Toyota Tacoma, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 2009 Toyota Tacoma and the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2009 Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.3 and 73.5 inches, and the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 67.4, 76.3, 98.3 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2009 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:
9892 - 21000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7845 - 17998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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7 out of / 7Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches, 73.5 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, PreRunner, PreRunner V6, V6, X-Runner V6
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, SLT Sport, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1350 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1490 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
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 Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
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 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 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:
56.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 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:
64.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4517 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
73.4 inches
Length:
209 inches
Wheelbase:
120 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17