2025 RAM 1500 vs. 2024 Toyota Tundra Review

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2025 RAM
1500

MSRP*: $40,275 to $87,075
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2024 Toyota
Tundra

MSRP*: $39,965 to $65,790
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 40.6 - 61.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 540-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 358-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 389-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 305 - 540 hp 358 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 6,370 - 11,140 lbs 8,300 - 12,000 lbs
Exterior Length 228.9 - 241.8 in 233.6 - 252.5 in
Exterior Width 82.1 in 80.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.6 - 45.2 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 33.3 - 41.6 in
Head Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.2 - 39.8 in
Front 39.3 - 41.0 in
Rear 36.9 - 38.9 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 RAM 1500 than the Toyota Tundra. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the RAM 1500 and the Toyota Tundra.

Convenience
The Toyota Tundra requires less frequent visits to the gas station than the RAM 1500, making it more convenient to drive.

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 RAM 1500 or the Toyota Tundra, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the RAM 1500 is much wider than the Toyota Tundra, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the RAM 1500, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Tundra.

Handling
The RAM 1500 has a similar turning radius to the Toyota Tundra, so both should maneuver just as easily in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Tundra is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 for pulling heavy loads. The RAM 1500 has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Tundra.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the engines of the RAM 1500 and the Toyota Tundra 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 RAM 1500 as you will the Toyota Tundra.