Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tacoma
When comparing the Ford F-150's and the Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150's and the Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tacoma Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 loses 31.7 percent of its value and the Toyota Tacoma loses 13.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Tacoma retains 17.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150.
Ford F-150 vs. 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.
Ford F-150 vs. 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 Ford F-150’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 228 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Ford F-150 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab configuration. The Ford F-150 offers bed lengths of 67.1, 78.9, and 97.6 inches, and the Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.3 and 73.5 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford F-150 has higher safety ratings than the Toyota Tacoma, with an average rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45464 - 83454
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.31699
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
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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15 out of / 19Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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1 out of / 7Ranking
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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
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches, 73.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford F-150 Trim Levels
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT
Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR5, TRD Off-Road, 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
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:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
243 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1705 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
73.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4391 lbs
Width:
95.7 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
209.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4720 lbs
Width:
76.9 inches
Height:
73.8 inches
Length:
213 inches
Wheelbase:
131.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
11 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
245/70R17