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Ram 1500 Classic vs. Toyota 4Runner

In comparing the Ram 1500 Classic to the Toyota 4Runner, the Ram 1500 Classic has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Toyota 4Runner has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Ram 1500 Classic versus the Toyota 4Runner, the Ram 1500 Classic is a better car than the Toyota 4Runner.

Ram 1500 Classic versus Toyota 4Runner Pricing

For a new model, the Ram 1500 Classic's price is between $33,880 and $52,835, with the Toyota 4Runner priced between $41,822 and $56,610.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Ram 1500 Classic’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the Toyota 4Runner base engine makes 270 horsepower. The 1500 Classic is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 800 miles. The 4Runner is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Toyota 4Runner has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and front leg room. The Ram 1500 Classic has the advantage in the areas of front head room, and front shoulder room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Toyota 4Runner has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Ram 1500 Classic

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2023 Toyota 4Runner

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$33,880 - $52,835

Used Asking Price:

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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$41,822 - $56,610

Used Asking Price:

$40,858 - $65,398

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

24.7%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

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Summary Review

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Summary Review

Toyota doesn't have just one popular SUV in this segment, but two. The Toyota 4Runner is the Highlander’s more-rugged sibling.

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Pros and Cons

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Pros and Cons

  • Rugged off-road capability
  • Great for towing when properly equipped
  • Outstanding value retention (low depreciation)

  • Aging design
  • Interior space is limited by comparison to other midsize SUV / crossovers
  • Fuel economy literally half that of a Highlander Hybrid

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab

Available Cab Types

Not applicable

Available Bed Length(s)

67.4 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches

Available Bed Length(s)

Not applicable

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Express, SLT, SSV, Tradesman, Warlock

Trim Levels

40th Anniversary Special Edition, Limited, SR5, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, TRD Pro, TRD Sport

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 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:

2 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

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:

305 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

269 foot-lbs @ 4175 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.065 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

4720 lbs

Max Payload:

1910 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

270 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

278 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.061 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

5000 lbs

Max Payload :

Not applicable

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

17 / 25 / 20

Range (city/hwy):

544 / 800 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

4 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4, AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

16 / 19 / 17

Range (city/hwy):

368 / 437 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.9 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

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

62.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

32.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Cargo Space:

47.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

89.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

144.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4693 lbs

Width:

79.4 inches

Height:

74.4 inches

Length:

231 inches

Wheelbase:

140.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4400 lbs

Width:

75.8 inches

Height:

71.5 inches

Length:

190.2 inches

Wheelbase:

109.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

9 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P265/70R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P265/70R17