Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma
A full moon looms over the lake next to your campsite. Stars twinkle in its midst. You stoke the fire you’ve created, nothing but glowing embers remain. You smile to yourself as you think about hiking in a sea of trees tomorrow. Nature’s allure is calling your name.
In the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma, you can answer the call of the wild. At Feldman Ford of Detroit near Detroit, Dearborn, and Taylor, MI, we want you to heed adventure’s call in one of these adventure-ready pickups. Ready to learn more about their performance, towing capabilities, interior, and safety? Start your adventure by reading below!
MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY
MAXIMUM PAYLOAD
MAXIMUM GROUND CLEARANCE
Heading out to Clinton River Trail? Lace up your hiking boots and grab your binoculars because the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma are rugged and capable of taking you to your next hiking destination. Both pickup trucks boast beastly engines at their core; both models generate similar power as well.
The Ranger provides 310 lb-ft of torque, while the Tacoma supplies up to 265 lb-ft of torque. A higher torque equates to how effectively a vehicle can accelerate at different speeds. In terms of these truck behemoths, the Ranger can not only rev up faster at a slower speed, but it can also carry heavier loads compared to the Tacoma.
Before you reach the summit of your hike, you may encounter a few speed bumps on the trail. No matter if you stumble upon large rocks, fallen logs, or shallow water crossings, the Ranger and the Tacoma will help you get out unscathed. However, the Ford offers the larger maximum ground clearance:
- Ranger Maximum Ground Clearance: 9.7 inches
- Tacoma Maximum Ground Clearance: 9.4 inches
Although the difference is slight, the Ford offers off-roading fanatics additional assurance that their truck’s underbelly will come out of their adventure damage-free.
If you love roasting marshmallows over the fire, spending the day at your Lake Michigan cottage, or fishing at the crack of dawn, you probably enjoy camping. Fortunately, the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma are both ready to tackle the gear you need to carry to the campsite, lake house, or pond.
When properly equipped, the Ranger can tow up to 7,500 pounds of equipment, while the Tacoma can tow a maximum of 6,800 pounds. While both are impressive figures, the Ford Ranger is capable of towing the heavier items you may need on your next stay out in nature, such as:
- Water ski boat
- Large camping trailers
More hauling power means more towing opportunities ahead!
If you’re looking to use either of these pickups to haul items in their truck beds, both models offer substantial payloads for those home-improvement projects you need to tackle. However, the Ranger boasts an impressive 1,905-pound payload capacity, while the Tacoma only provides a 1,685-pound payload.
So, if you need to carry multiple bags of mulch, potting soil, and a slew of gardening tools for your backyard garden renovation, the Ranger can haul heavier supplies in one trip as compared to the Tacoma.
When you need to get away, you want complete serenity. While the great outdoors easily clears your head, you deserve a truck that delivers peace of mind to all facets of your journey. Thanks to spacious cabins and standard safety suites, the Ranger and the Tacoma earn their keep.
Some safety features both models offer include:
Everybody knows that adventures draw a crowd. Luckily, the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma provide comfortable and roomy interiors for you, your friends, and your 4-legged companion.
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2023 Toyota Tacoma
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| Headroom (front/rear) | 39.8/35.9 inches | 39.7/34.9 inches |
| Legroom (front/rear) | 43.1/30.4 inches | 42.9/24.6 inches |
| Shoulder room (front/rear) | 56.6/55.2 inches | 58.3/56.5 inches |
| Hip room (front/rear) | 55.8/55.3 inches | 57.2/51.7 inches |
Both trucks prioritize all passengers’ wiggle room with their roomy dimensions. When you’re taking that many people along, your safety needs to be a priority, too. Fortunately, the Ranger and the Tacoma equip manifold safety systems to make sure your bumpy travels only happen on the off-road areas. They equip similar features, including:
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Lane-Keeping System
However, the Ford Ranger offers an available BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Trailer Coverage. This feature makes changing lanes with your large items in tow easier by alerting you to another vehicle nearing your vehicle or riding beside your trailer. The Tacoma offers a similar optional feature, but it lacks the added trailering amenity.
It’s important to note that both the 2023 Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tacoma are primed, prepped, and prepared for your next adventure. However, thanks to its performance, towing capacity, and additional safety feature, our team at Feldman Ford of Detroit believes the Ford Ranger is better suited for your adventuring lifestyle.
Drivers near Detroit, Dearborn, and Taylor, MI, can schedule a test drive with us today!
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