Dodge Ram 2500 vs. Toyota Tundra
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Ram 2500 and Toyota Tundra contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Ram 2500 and the Toyota Tundra.
When we compare the Dodge Ram 2500's and the Toyota Tundra's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Ram 2500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Tundra has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Ram 2500's and the Toyota Tundra's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 ranges from $16,855 to $35,952 while a used 2010 Toyota Tundra is priced between $9,994 to $22,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Ram 2500’s base engine makes 383 horsepower, and the Toyota Tundra base engine makes 236 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the Dodge Ram 2500 and the Toyota Tundra are available in Crew Cabor a Regular Cab configuration. The Dodge Ram 2500 offers bed lengths of 76.3 and 98.3 inches, and the Toyota Tundra offers bed lengths of 66.7, 78.7, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Tundra has an average safety rating of 4.21 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,215
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$29,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$25,300 - $44,145
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,155
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$24,159
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$20,610 - $35,725
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,106
Price Range:
$16,855 - $35,952
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$23,443
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$18,265 - $29,625
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
36
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
162,613
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,086
Price Range:
$9,994 - $22,993
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$13,139
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$12,360 - $16,086
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
148
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
167,255
# Good or Great Deals:
42
Dodge Ram 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tundra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.2 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Ram 2500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Tundra
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 8.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
12.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 12.5
Dodge Ram 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Tundra Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
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8 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
66.7 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Dodge Ram 2500 Trim Levels
Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, TRX Off Road, TRX4 Off Road
Toyota Tundra Trim Levels
Grade, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.21 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
383 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9350 lbs
Max Payload:
3160 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
236 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5200 lbs
Max Payload:
1620 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
40.3 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:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 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:
5492 lbs
Width:
97 inches
Height:
73.3 inches
Length:
231 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4580 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
209.8 inches
Wheelbase:
126.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/70R17E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P255/70R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat / Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat
Brown
Austin Tan Pearl Coat / Dark Brown / Rugged Brown Pearl Coat
Gray
Light Graystone Pearl Coat / Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Light Green / Timberline Green Pearl Coat
Orange
Omaha Orange
Red
Bright Red / Flame Red Clear Coat / Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat / Light Cream
Yellow
Detonator Yellow Clear Coat / School Bus Yellow / Yellow
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Spruce Mica
Blue
Blue Streak Metallic / Nautical Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Slate Metallic
Green
Pyrite Mica
Orange
Not available
Red
Radiant Red / Salsa Red Pearl
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
Super White
Yellow
Not available
Beige
Sandy Beach Metallic
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Slate/Medium Graystone
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite