2024 Ford F-350 vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-350

2024 Ford
F-350

MSRP*: $46,015 to $100,280
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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 Info not available 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 23 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 475-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel 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 405 - 500 hp 228 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 13,800 - 27,000 lbs 3,500 - 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 213.0 - 226.2 in
Exterior Width 80.0 - 96.0 in 76.9 - 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.7 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 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 F-350 than the Toyota Tacoma. The Ford F-350 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Toyota Tacoma.

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). The Ford F-350 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Tacoma, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford F-350 is much wider than the Toyota Tacoma, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford F-350, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The Ford F-350 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-350 is clearly the choice over the Toyota Tacoma for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford F-350 greatly outmuscles the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford F-350 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Toyota Tacoma.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-350 as you will the Toyota Tacoma.