2019 Ford Ranger vs 2020 Toyota Tacoma
Overview | |
MSRP$24,300 | MSRP$26,050 |
Average price$33,228 | Average price$43,972 |
Listings59 | Listings80 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2019 Ford Ranger Reviews SummaryEveryone is talking about the all-new Ranger, but there’s just one problem: It’s not all new. The last Ranger was a staple of Ford’s lineup, but it was pulled from North America in 2011, although it’s remained on sale elsewhere in the world ever since. Refreshed for 2015, it’s now returned to the US and Canada to contend with the likes of the Chevrolet Colorado, the GMC Canyon, and the Toyota Tacoma, which haven’t exactly been relaxing during the Ranger’s absence. So, how does the Ranger intend to insert itself back into this already well-established midsize pickup category? Price and power. While the Colorado and the Tacoma both offer multiple powertrain options, Ford is leaning into its recent penchant for simplicity, offering a single engine and transmission: its 2.3-litre EcoBoost paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. | |
2020 Toyota Tacoma Reviews SummaryGrowing up in the post–Marty McFly era, I saw small Toyota pickups everywhere. The Toyota Tacoma remains a top-selling midsize truck in North America, a vehicle that by any measure is loud, slow, and defiantly old-fashioned. It’s the capability, size, and dependable off-road features that keep Tacoma buyers satisfied. For 2020, new Toyota Tacomas get few but important design and technology updates to push this rough-and-tumble pickup into modern times. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine2.7L 159 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower | Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine Name2.7L 159 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length72.8 in | Bed Length73.7 in |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight3915 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height70.6 in |
Length210.8 in | Length212.3 in |
Width85.8 in | Width74.4 in |
Wheelbase126.8 in | Wheelbase127.4 in |
Maximum Payload1860 lbs | Maximum Payload1685 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,300 | $26,050 |
Average price | $33,228 | $43,972 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Everyone is talking about the all-new Ranger, but there’s just one problem: It’s not all new. The last Ranger was a staple of Ford’s lineup, but it was pulled from North America in 2011, although it’s remained on sale elsewhere in the world ever since. Refreshed for 2015, it’s now returned to the US and Canada to contend with the likes of the Chevrolet Colorado, the GMC Canyon, and the Toyota Tacoma, which haven’t exactly been relaxing during the Ranger’s absence. So, how does the Ranger intend to insert itself back into this already well-established midsize pickup category? Price and power. While the Colorado and the Tacoma both offer multiple powertrain options, Ford is leaning into its recent penchant for simplicity, offering a single engine and transmission: its 2.3-litre EcoBoost paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. | Growing up in the post–Marty McFly era, I saw small Toyota pickups everywhere. The Toyota Tacoma remains a top-selling midsize truck in North America, a vehicle that by any measure is loud, slow, and defiantly old-fashioned. It’s the capability, size, and dependable off-road features that keep Tacoma buyers satisfied. For 2020, new Toyota Tacomas get few but important design and technology updates to push this rough-and-tumble pickup into modern times. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | 2.7L 159 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | 2.7L 159 hp I4 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 72.8 in | 73.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 3915 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 70.6 in |
Length | 210.8 in | 212.3 in |
Width | 85.8 in | 74.4 in |
Wheelbase | 126.8 in | 127.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1860 lbs | 1685 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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