Compare the Ford Ranger Against the Toyota Tacoma

The Ford Ranger VS The Toyota Tacoma

Big trucks can be hard to find a parking spot for and often consume a lot of fuel. There is also a number of drivers who are looking for towing capabilities and the utility of a truck without a V8 engine. Luckily the Ford Ranger is on its way back and is the perfect midsize truck for all your DIY weekend projects. The Ford Ranger is also setting the bar high for the competition with powerful and efficient performance and a wide array of the latest tech features. See how well the Toyota Tacoma compares to the Ford Ranger.

Powertrain:

For many perspective truck drivers, powerful performance is the most important feature their new truck has to offer and many times the deciding factor between different models. When it comes to powerful and efficient performance the Toyota Tacoma can't keep up with the 2019 Ford Ranger. Even though the Tacoma has two powertrain options. The 2.7L four-cylinder powering the Tacoma produces 159 horsepower while the 3.5L V6 delivers 278 horsepower. The Ford Ranger is powered by a 2.3L EcoBoost engine with 270 horsepower and best-in-class 310 lb.-ft. of torque. The Ford Ranger also comes equipped with Auto Start-Stop technology and a class-exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission.

Towing & Hauling:

• 2.7L four-cylinder - 3,500 lbs. Max Towing
• 2.7L four-cylinder - 1,620 lbs. Max Payload
• 3.5L V6 - 6,800 lbs. Max Towing
• 3.5L V6 - 1,540 lbs. Max Payload

• 2.3L EcoBoost - 7,500 lbs. Max Towing - best-in-class
• 2.3L EcoBoost - 1,860 lbs. Max Payload - best-in-class

Technology & Safety Features

The Toyota Tacoma has been a standout among other trucks in its class with Toyota Safety Sense. But that is soon to change as the 2019 Ford Ranger arrived with a long list of advanced safety features that includes a few the Tacoma doesn't offer. One, for example, is blind spot monitoring with trailer coverage. The Ford Ranger features BLIS blind spot detection with trailer coverage that can be adjusted to the length of the trailer. Other advanced safety features that the Ford Ranger will offer include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection.

Not only does the Ford Ranger offer the latest advanced safety features it also helps keep everyone connected with FordPass Wi-Fi hotspot. Which can support up to 10 devices and also works up to 50 feet outside of the truck.