I've driven both of them. I liked the Ranger better. I thought that it had better visibility and better ride.
@wickedmainah9503 ай бұрын
I tried both, tacoma trd offrd and a ranger xlt sport. Both similar equipment, tacoma had slightly smoother ride with rear coil over. Ranger felt stronger, bigger interior with crew cab. Tacoma was 49978 vs 40690 with ranger. I was more impressed with the ranger and bought it. So far very pleased with it
@deanmay3384 ай бұрын
I can’t believe I am typing this. I would choose the Ranger. I am buying a midsize truck at the end of 2024 to tow a small camper and to haul camping gear. The Tacoma’s weak payload is a deal breaker. Great vehicle, but I need a truck to perform a function, not a life style vehicle. I need 1500 lbs of payload. Plus, the Ranger is a better value.
@sammyjammy66474 ай бұрын
You do know that the Tacoma has over 1700 lbs of payload. Just not this particular trim he is reviewing. For example, the 2024 Tacoma TRD Sport double cab automatic with the 6ft bed has the 1700lb payload. Do your homework. At the end of the day that Tacoma will be the better value because it’ll end up being more reliable and have better resale value.
@The-fs5wn4 ай бұрын
@@sammyjammy6647no, that’s the Tundra.
@virgfresco14034 ай бұрын
@@sammyjammy6647 Taco can never have a 1700 lbs of payload. Its rear suspension is a coil spring not a lift spring like the Ranger. Yet the Ranger got a better load and ride.
@sammyjammy66474 ай бұрын
@@virgfresco1403 you can’t argue FACTS. Go find out for yourself. You can check the specs on Toyotas website. 1700lbs, confirmed ✅
@mimioize16344 ай бұрын
@@sammyjammy6647Toyotas are feminine
@dcl974 ай бұрын
The interior in the Tacoma looks very cheap, all the blank buttons, the screen looks like a total afterthought. That's fine if the truck was actually cheap, but it's almost $50k. The keyed ignition on the Ranger is a bit ridiculous, but the rest of it seems like a decent value.
@LTZ_Z714 ай бұрын
Completely agree. The interior of the Tacoma looks like it belongs in a lower level Kia from 10 years ago with a large screen just slapped in.
@raylopez63364 ай бұрын
Definitely Ranger the 2.3 is a proven engine and is very reliable
@theoutdoordad73953 ай бұрын
What about the transmission???
@BROCK_WARHAMMER4 ай бұрын
The new ranger with the 2.7 is going to be one heck of a nice truck. I think I’ve finally decided on it. I mean the engine is reportedly doing good in the f150 and it’s quick. Can’t imagine what it’ll be able to do in the ranger while getting better mileage than the 3.0 in the ranger raptor
@wickedmainah9503 ай бұрын
The 2.3 isn't a slouch, it is pretty impressive. 0 to 60 probably a touch quicker than my old 5.3 trailboss.
@uowebfoot21 күн бұрын
I was thinking the same way until I started some research. Basically same HP as 2.3. 2.7 has better torque. Worse MPG. Many people prefer the 2.3 because it's plenty and is still somewhat economical. I would say if it's a daily driver the 2.3 is arguably better. If you're towing a lot with a heavy load than probably the 2.7.
@BROCK_WARHAMMER21 күн бұрын
@@uowebfoot I’m interested in upgradability though and as far as I’ve seen there isn’t much power to be gained on the 2.3. 2.7 is where it’s at in my opinion
@wickedmainah95021 күн бұрын
@uowebfoot I haven't towed anything super heavy but I do haul my sxs with a utility trailer. Some between 3000 3500 lbs. Can bearly tell I'm hauling it.
@DavefromCA20233 ай бұрын
REAR LOCKING DIFF Ranger FX4 gets one and they are available for $42000, you need to get the TRD offroad for the locker in the Toyota, the cheapest one I see available is nearly $50,000
@mariaie47783 ай бұрын
Ranger all the way!
@jeffreybrown5304 ай бұрын
I would definitely take the Ranger. My 2021 Lariat Ranger has been a solid truck and the 2.3 turbo is very reliable. I have over 80,000 kms on my truck without an engine issue. I think it’s just sad that my 2021 Tremor is a better truck than the new Ranger FX4. Looks like I’m keeping my 2021 Tremor until Ford offers a Tremor edition
@michaelsheedy4 ай бұрын
Ford moved the shocks outboard to improve ride unloaded plus widened it 2 inches for more stability.
@user-rt3ni4vy2i3 ай бұрын
Ich hätte gerne den Benziner ...
@chrispnw25474 ай бұрын
Ford is beating the pants off Toyota with the new Ranger in every way globally. Ford has decided to make Australia the launch nation for the vehicle. As a result: -- The CrewCab was launched initially BUT the SuperCab just launched in Australia and we will see it in NA -- While Toyota only offers the 4 cylinder, Ford offers/will offer the 2.3l turbo, 2.7l TT V6, 3.0 TTV6, PHEV (launching in a few months) -- Ford has better payload and towing and overall fuel economy -- Toyota is priced higher and forces you into packages/trims to get better drivetrains and options -- Ford has a better worldwide service network Toyotas are reliable when they keep a vehicle unchanged for a decade, but the same can't be said for new vehicles with little carry-over. Toyota is already discounting the Tacoma because they simply want to maximize the profit/vehicle yet the lower trims feel cheap and bargain.
@planoman09354 ай бұрын
Toyota has 5 of the top 10 vehicles on the 5 year resale value list from Kelley Blue book. There are two trucks on the list. Tacoma and Tundra. I put my money on the Tacoma! More Ford dealers charge a Additional Dealer Markup! Enjoy your Ranger!
@chrispnw25474 ай бұрын
@@planoman0935 Manufacturers in the 2020s rely on a small network of suppliers for common parts (fuel injection, airbags, brakes, door cards, seats, etc.) resulting in a greater number of recalls based on components not directly sourced from the car manufacturer. I've owned my share of Toyotas and not found them impressive from a fit/finish perspective and the best ones were the vehicles Toyota kept on the market for the longest. Toyota has been on a tear recently are updated a large percentage of their American product line and look forward to see how they perform from a quality perspective. I rented a Crown recently and was impressed with the drivetrain and overall build quality . The fuel economy (avg. 45 MPG) was excellent. Toyota has raised prices significantly and pushes mores expensive trims. The Crown (XLE) was $46K before any markups. Not exactly affordable for a non-luxury brand.
@richman5553 ай бұрын
I ordered a 2.7 ltr V6 XLT Ranger. We will see how the Taco compares to it.
@RedNeck_Zeus4 ай бұрын
Overseas the Ranger gets some very nice options that i wish we'd get here in the states. Such as a 3.0l v6 turbo diesel and Platinum trim level.
@uowebfoot21 күн бұрын
And A/C vents in the rear! Really ford??
@michaelbury19413 ай бұрын
Toyota is gonna regret their greed and arrogance
@ErnestMarvinEsteban4 ай бұрын
Unpopular opinion. The tacoma looks ugly on a design standpoint. Too much going on
@theoutdoordad73954 ай бұрын
Yup, unpopular opinion- it looks fantastic!
@michaelsheedy4 ай бұрын
Makes sense to offer bedliner as option since some don't like them. Kind of like bed caps.
@AntilleanConfederation4 ай бұрын
The best Toyota truck is not sold in the US, that would be the hilux… and the best version of the ranger, the diesel is also not offered in the US. Concludes with buy something else than these two crappers. Nissan frontier seems solid and I’m a long time Toyota fan, but this new truck is 🗑️
@chrisfrank84133 ай бұрын
Ford Instrument cluster Graphics looks like they had about 10 mins to do them. Lousey.
@SJDJFJFSKSXNDJWJQI4 ай бұрын
Toyota ruined their brand imo. They're dead to me.
@badumtss409119 күн бұрын
8:07 what? visibility?
@probowler20083 ай бұрын
Have a 21 Ranger STX and just days away from the 24 Ranger XLT 4wd. Cant wait till it comes in.
@wickedmainah9503 ай бұрын
Never thought I'd buy a ford, tried the new tacoma first, really liked it. Tried the ranger out on a whim and loved it. Also 9g cheaper
@emmawentfishing82303 ай бұрын
Is it just me or does the Tacoma look clunky
@marklihsu4 ай бұрын
I think they drag raced the two and tacoma is slower
@LTZ_Z714 ай бұрын
Good video and review. My money is on the Ranger once they FINALLY release the 2.7L V6 Ecoboost. Plus, the interior in the Ranger appears to be far more refined than the Tacoma.
@chrisc8073Ай бұрын
ranger crushes tacoma .
@handymanhawkins4 ай бұрын
Being taco has new engine I would not buy right away better hold off to see if problems come up, even though Toyota have done better then most with new stuff not as well in recent years.
@planoman09354 ай бұрын
It is new to the Tacoma but not to Toyotas or Lexus. Also it had modified cooling to increase cooling for off road and towing.
@wickedmainah9503 ай бұрын
The price tag is the issue with tacoma, 50k for the trd off rd base , similar equipment to the xlt for about 40k
@Flash....Gordon..424 ай бұрын
Interesting that tacoma feels quicker...I believe tfl drag raced the mid size trucks and ranger wins. But for everyday driving its more responsive with that low rpm torque. I'd consider the ranger but I need a 6ft bed so going with tacoma. Hard to find in trd sport
@wickedmainah9503 ай бұрын
I drove both, ranger definitely felt stronger, turbo probably did kick in slightly lower on the tacoma but it didn't pull as strong. Price vs equipment I bought the ranger. Tacoma was very nice but not 50k nice .
@Flash....Gordon..423 ай бұрын
Test drove 24 trd off rd yesterday. To me interior felt cheap seats felt hard. Didn't feel peppy. I've been driving a 2011 limited tundra last 4 years and it felt like a down grade in every way.
@rockkstah25502 ай бұрын
As a die hard Toyota for almost 4+decade, I’m waiting for the FORD 2.7 engine with PFIDI system in the ranger. With what Toyota is doing these days, my loyalty is going elsewhere where. And I own a 2022 SR5 2WD after owning it for about 2years now with less than 25k miles, I’d say quality is NOT good. Engine always sounds like it can use a valve adjustment and transmission seems to be hunting for gears. Pretty clutchsy, no pon intended. That’s my story.
@chrisrauschning73764 ай бұрын
Good little review comparison, with the 2.7L the Ranger will be the One
@Deatomizer4 ай бұрын
The Tacoma screen...wtf?
@theturk75444 ай бұрын
Ranger looked at both, ordered a Ranger.
@keithhunt34374 ай бұрын
I think the spray in bed liner is either the same price or a little more for the toco so don’t be fooled it’s not standard
@redalert8062 ай бұрын
Dose the Toyota Tacoma still have rear drum brakes?
@uowebfoot21 күн бұрын
lol. I know right! TACO fanboys will still defend Toyota no matter what. They did finally fix the drum brakes though.
@boss302nard4 ай бұрын
The maintenance costs alone would cover the difference in price within a few years, not to mention resale value. Toyota all day.
@marklihsu4 ай бұрын
Living in the past. With the problems already cropping it's not. The 2.3 in ranger has proven reliable unlike the 48% new parts in the 2.4. Ranger has been sold around the world now for a year and a half taco is just launching.
@boss302nard4 ай бұрын
@@marklihsu look at the history of the two brands over decades. You’re looking at a very small sample over a very short period of time. I have a 100 series Land Cruiser with 325k miles. Toyotas are more reliable, period. Also notice the 1993 mustang in my avatar. I’ve owned it 25 years.
@michaelsheedy4 ай бұрын
Turbos need to warm up fully before they cool down. Unfortunately, many trips are short and turbo never fully warms up leading to premature failure long term. Usually around 60,000 miles.
@ryanhori69544 ай бұрын
Definitely the ranger. The Nissan frontier and Tacoma look identical
@michaelbury19413 ай бұрын
The Tacomas has nice top models but the rest aren’t that nice anymore. The off-road used to look rugged, now they put ugly basic tires on it. And they cheap it out on the screen unless you have the top overpriced model. No thanks Toyota tax
@patoh16793 ай бұрын
Ranger
@drivetheday4 ай бұрын
6 foot bed.
@planoman09354 ай бұрын
There is only one of those trucks in the 2024 KBB 5 year value retention list and it is not the Ranger…I love my 2024 Tacoma! And upgrade in every way over the 3rd gen.
@marklihsu4 ай бұрын
The new taco hasn't been out for more than a few months... The told taco sure but this one hasn't been proven.
@planoman09354 ай бұрын
@@marklihsu The 2024 Tacoma is on the list! I had a 2023 and the 2024 is better in every way. No way it won't retain it's value as well or better than past Tacos.
@sunnyduggineni47824 ай бұрын
i would still trust toyota over ford..
@christopherkozal79874 ай бұрын
Ranger looks like a generic work truck compared to Taco. I’d absolutely pay more money for a Toyota product over a Ford…..any day
@virgfresco14034 ай бұрын
I will never buy a Taco that needs a tow truck on the trail!
@jmc60004 ай бұрын
This guy will pay more money for a bland and cheaper feeling interior lol
@nicfing4 ай бұрын
Frontiers is better
@ellerybice37874 ай бұрын
Yes! 🙈 Yoyota has been wrecked and .......💩fied.
@theoutdoordad73954 ай бұрын
Clown
@mikejones7624 ай бұрын
i’ll take the non UAW one
@cs19924 ай бұрын
Ranger looks so bland.
@jasonkimble89264 ай бұрын
Get more with toyota
@MarkMonolithOfficial4 ай бұрын
Toyota's special sauce is reliability. None of these other companies can match it. All the extra bells and whistles other manufacturers entice customers with won't matter when they're repairing or replacing vehicles every few years. Look at the Tacoma, 4Runner and LandCruiser, Corolla and Camry's track records
@edaddyx2hansonjr4364 ай бұрын
This truck has proved nothing except that it WILL break if you take it off road. It's bare bones and overpriced.
@dtay89134 ай бұрын
@edaddyx2hansonjr436 right? Tfls Tacoma literally broke on an average trail. It's disgraceful.
@GRAFHC4 ай бұрын
The only potential curveball here is the new powertrain. Nobody knows at all how reliable the 2024+ Tacomas are going to be. It could be in line with previous Tacomas, or it could be worse... or even better. But at this point it's not accurate to say it's the most reliable since we don't have the data to support that.
@daverules4 ай бұрын
take a look at the new tundra, the turbos blow after 30k miles…. how is that for reliability?
@virgfresco14034 ай бұрын
Sad, the Taco is not one in reliability. Toyota reliability is a myth!
@delroymcfarlane90594 ай бұрын
The ranger is a old truck been out in Europe for at least 2yrs
@chrispnw25474 ай бұрын
WRONG. The Ranger was launched in Australia around a year ago and has a much broader drivetrain selection than Toyota.