Toyota Tacoma vs Ford Ranger

Tacoma vs Ranger: Power and Performance Ratings

When looking for your next pickup truck, you’ll most likely want to first check out how much power you’ll get on your daily drives. The Toyota Tacoma offers two engine options:

• A standard 2.7L 4-cylinder engine that puts out 159 horsepower.
• An available 3.5L V6 Direct-Injection Atkinson Cycle engine that produces 278 horsepower.

You’ll only find one engine with the Ford Ranger: a 2.3L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder engine that generates 270 horsepower.

Additionally, you’ll also get lots of off-road capability with the Toyota Tacoma. The Tacoma TRD Off-Road’s Crawl Control (CRAWL) system helps you navigate tougher terrains. Meanwhile, the Multi-Terrain Monitor helps you check your immediate surroundings before you shift into gear. Unfortunately, you won’t find these same features in the Ranger.

Inside the Tacoma and Ranger

You’ll want to find maximum comfort on your daily drives, which is also where the Tacoma and Ranger shine. Inside both vehicles, you’ll find high-quality, soft-touch materials that will be a classic counterpoint to your truck’s rugged exterior.

Plus, you’ll also find connectivity features, such as Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, via a standard 7-inch color touchscreen display in the Tacoma. The Ranger, on the other hand, offers a smaller standard touchscreen.

When it comes to passenger space, the Tacoma takes the lead here too. With up to 32.6 inches of legroom for your backseat riders to stretch out, you’ll have no problem taking the crew to soccer practice or picking up coworkers on a job site. Unfortunately, the Ranger only offers 30.4 inches of standard second-row legroom.