2024 Ford Ranger vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Ranger

2024 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $32,720 to $55,620
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma

2024 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $31,500 to $52,100
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MPG - City 16 - 21 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 25 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 43.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 405-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 405 hp 228 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 5,510 - 7,500 lbs 3,500 - 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 210.6 - 210.9 in 213.0 - 226.2 in
Exterior Width 79.0 in 76.9 - 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.7 in
Rear 34.6 - 38.3 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.7 in
Head Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.8 in
Front 38.0 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Ford Ranger than the Toyota Tacoma. The Ford Ranger will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Toyota Tacoma.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Ranger as you will with the Toyota Tacoma, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Ford Ranger or the Toyota Tacoma, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Ford Ranger is a little wider than the Toyota Tacoma, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Ford Ranger takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The Ford Ranger has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Ford Ranger, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Toyota Tacoma, due to its slightly better towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma are able to equally transmit their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford Ranger as you will the Toyota Tacoma.