Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma in Alexandria, LA

Compare the Ford Ranger to the Toyota Tacoma at Hixson Ford of Alexandria 

 

For Pineville, LA drivers looking to find the perfect midsize truck to handle all their needs, Ford has reintroduced their Ford Ranger with a sleek, new look and loads of impressive features that benefit many different types of drivers. Whether you need a powerful off-road truck to help you explore the roads less traveled or you need something to handle your hauling and towing needs, the Ford Ranger packs it all into one truck. 

There might feel like a lot of options to explore when you're shopping for a new truck and the Ford Ranger does have some competitors like the Toyota Tacoma that offer similar features. At our Alexandria, LA dealership, we're happy to show you how these two trucks stack up and how the Ford Ranger shows why it's one of our favorite trucks to drive around!

Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma 

• Engine Options and Output: When you want a truck that performs, the Ford Ranger is an excellent option. It's Toyota competitor offers two engine types including a 3.5-liter V6 that delivers more horsepower than the Ford's standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine. But, it's a more expensive engine you have to upgrade to while the Ford is standard and it offers significantly more pounds per feet of torque than the Toyota Tacoma.
 
• Towing Capacity: When you're looking to make short work of that next house project and you need to tow a larger amount, the Ford Ranger is the option with the most capability. Its 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine can tow up to 7,500 pounds while the Tacoma can only achieve a maximum of 6,700 pounds.
 
• Transmission Options: While the Toyota does offer both a manual and automatic six-speed transmission, the Ford offers a ten-speed automatic for better control over your truck.
 
• Payload Capacity: You might be a driver who is looking to haul a significant amount and the Ford Ranger is the right model to do it. When properly equipped, it can manage 2,080 pounds of maximum weight in its cargo hold while the Tacoma can only tow up to 1,505 pounds.
 
• Fuel Economy: Trucks aren't necessarily known for their efficiency but the Ford Ranger can manage 21 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway. The Toyota falls far short of these numbers, so you'll find yourself making more frequent trips to the gas pump.
 
• Infotainment: While the Toyota offers a bigger screen for their base model infotainment system, the Entune Audio system. But, the comparison switches to the Ford's SYNC® 3 system when you upgrade to higher trim configurations. The Toyota doesn't offer an eight-inch screen on any model and does not include Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ integration on any of its trim configurations. The Ford ensures that both of these are available.
 
• Technology: For drivers looking to stay connected on their daily commute to and from Marksville, the Ford Ranger offers the FordPass Connect™ with 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot. The Toyota Tacoma does not offer this on any model in its lineup. Ford also utilizes the Waze app to help navigate and the Alexa voice assistant which you won't find on the Tacoma.
 
• Safety: Both models offer impressive safety features to help keep you and yours safe as you navigate the sometimes busy roads of Leesville. While the Tacoma does offer more features standard on their base model, you have to upgrade to more expensive models to access their Blind Spot Monitor System. The Ford Rangers offers it on every model while making it standard on its XLT trim level. 

If you're looking for quality in every aspect of a midsize truck, the Ford Ranger offers it all at a more affordable price than the Toyota Tacoma. If you would like to explore the Ranger lineup, swing by our dealership in Alexandria, LA and test drive this Ford truck today!