2023 Ford Ranger vs. 2023 Toyota Tacoma Review

Picture of the 2023 Ford Ranger

2023 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $27,400 to $40,945
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Picture of the 2023 Toyota Tacoma

2023 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $28,600 to $50,740
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 - 26 MPG 20 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 2 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 43.3 - 51.8 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 159-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 hp 159 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 - 6,800 lbs
Exterior Length 210.8 in 212.3 - 225.5 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 74.4 - 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 43.1 in
Rear 30.4 - 34.5 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 24.6 - 32.6 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 38.3 in
Front 39.7 in
Rear 34.9 - 38.3 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. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford Ranger and 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Ranger will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Tacoma.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Ranger is much wider than the Toyota Tacoma, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. 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 larger turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Ford Ranger transmits a bit more power 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 Ranger as you will the Toyota Tacoma.