2025 RAM 1500 vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma Review

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2025 RAM
1500

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

MSRP*: $31,500 to $52,100
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 6 seats 2 - 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)
  • 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 305 - 540 hp 228 - 278 hp
Towing Capacity 6,370 - 11,140 lbs 3,500 - 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 228.9 - 241.8 in 213.0 - 226.2 in
Exterior Width 82.1 - 88.0 in 76.9 - 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 35.6 - 45.2 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.7 in
Head Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.2 - 39.8 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 RAM 1500 than the Toyota Tacoma. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the RAM 1500 and the Toyota Tacoma.

Convenience
With the RAM 1500 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Toyota Tacoma, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.

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 RAM 1500 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Tacoma, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the RAM 1500 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 RAM 1500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Tacoma.

Handling
The RAM 1500 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Tacoma, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the RAM 1500 is clearly the choice over the Toyota Tacoma for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the RAM 1500 greatly outmuscles the Toyota Tacoma.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the RAM 1500 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 RAM 1500 as you will the Toyota Tacoma.