2017 Ford F-150 vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma
When comparing the 2017 Ford F-150's and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Ford F-150 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2017 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Ford F-150's and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the 2017 Ford F-150.
2017 Ford F-150 vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma Pricing
A used 2017 Ford F-150 ranges from $18,994 to $44,805 while a used 2017 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $22,899 to $37,657.
2017 Ford F-150 vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma loses 13.8 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Toyota Tacoma retains 17.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Ford F-150.
2017 Ford F-150 vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Tacoma's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
2017 Ford F-150 vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Toyota Tacoma the reliability rating is 9.2 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 2017 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 282 horsepower, and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 159 horsepower. The F-150 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles.This gives the 2017 Toyota Tacoma the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Ford F-150 the advantage in maximum range. The F-150 uses e85, regular unleaded, and the Tacoma uses regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2017 Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2017 Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the 2017 Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.5 and 73.7 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the 2017 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:
18994 - 44805
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
22899 - 37657
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford F-150 Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available 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
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.5 inches, 73.7 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Raptor, XL, XLT
2017 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR V6, SR5, SR5 V6, TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, TRD Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.79 out of 5 Stars
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:
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
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:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1620 lbs
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 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
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:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
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
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
12.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
76.7 cubic feet
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
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
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R16