2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2016 Ford F-150
When comparing the 2016 Toyota Tacoma's and the 2016 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2016 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Toyota Tacoma's and the 2016 Ford F-150's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the 2016 Ford F-150.
2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2016 Ford F-150 Pricing
A used 2016 Toyota Tacoma ranges from $20,471 to $35,099 while a used 2016 Ford F-150 is priced between $17,598 to $36,783.
2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2016 Ford F-150 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma loses 13.8 percent of its value and the 2016 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Toyota Tacoma retains 17.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Ford F-150.
2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2016 Ford F-150 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Tacoma is 8.7 out of 10 while the Ford F-150's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
2016 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2016 Ford F-150 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Tacoma is 9.2 out of 10. For the Ford F-150 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Tacoma a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford F-150.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma’s base engine makes 159 horsepower, and the 2016 Ford F-150 base engine makes 282 horsepower. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles.This gives the 2016 Toyota Tacoma the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Ford F-150 the advantage in maximum range. The Tacoma uses gasoline, and the F-150 uses ethanol, gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2016 Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the 2016 Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2016 Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.5 and 73.7 inches, and the 2016 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2016 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2016 Toyota Tacoma, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
20471 - 35099
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17598 - 36783
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford F-150 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.378767 / 10
Reliability:
8.6463 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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15 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60.5 inches, 73.7 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2016 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR V6, SR5, SR5 V6, TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport
2016 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
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):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1620 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
282 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1910 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 575 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
24.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.7 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3980 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
212.3 inches
Wheelbase:
127.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4051 lbs
Width:
96.8 inches
Height:
75.5 inches
Length:
209.3 inches
Wheelbase:
122.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17