Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra Vehicle Comparison

 

There are a lot of great full-size pickup trucks on the market for the 2014 model year. No matter what you are looking for, there is a truck to meet your needs and your budget. Two of the top-selling trucks for the last several years running are the Ford F-150 and the Toyota Tundra. If you are looking for a new truck, we've put together a breakdown of the features of the Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra to help you make your decision.

Price

One of the biggest concerns for many buyers when purchasing a new vehicle is the price tag. You can pick up a new F-150 for a little less than the Toyota competitor this year. You can expect to pay around $24,745 for the new Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra base price around $25,920. The price increases are similar when you go up to a higher-end trim package and add more features and options, with the F-150 still coming in lower than the Tundra at all levels.

Styling

Styling is also a major concern for buyers when purchasing a new or used vehicle. Unlike price, the Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra shows no clear winner in the styling department. Critics give both vehicles high ratings; each has an aggressive stance and sits up off the ground so drivers get a great view of their surroundings. Both vehicles have made small tweaks to the body lines for 2014 and are offered on-trend paint colors. There is no hard winner here; styling is a matter of personal preference for buyers.

Interior

Let's talk about interior features on the Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra. Both of these trucks seat between two and five people comfortably, depending upon the cab style you choose. Both models get great fuel mileage, so they are great for daily use to get the kids to school or take on a trip over the weekend. Both models are rated well in the towing department, and can pull your boat or RV as necessary. Each vehicle comes with great entertainment options, from upgraded sound systems, to Bluetooth compatibility and USB ports so you can bring your smartphone or iPod along to keep everyone entertained.

Safety

Safety ratings are also another important aspect to consider when you are looking at a new vehicle. Again, there was no clear winner here between the 2014 Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra. Both vehicles got high ratings on safety features and protection for passengers from crashes.

Performance

Perhaps most important to many buyers are the performance differences between the 2014 Ford F-150 vs. Toyota Tundra. The Ford model comes standard with a 3.7-Liter V6 or 3.5-Liter EcoBoost V6 engine. You can upgrade to the 5.0-Liter V8 for even more power. The F-150 is offered in two or four wheel drive. You'll see about 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway from the Ford model. The Toyota model offers a choice of a 4.0-Liter V6 engine or a 5.7-Liter V8. The Toyota model comes equipped with two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The Toyota gets 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway. In this category, the Ford F-150 is again the clear winner.

Ford has a great line-up of new trucks for the 2014 model year. Whether you are looking for a new or pre-owned model, Ford has a vehicle to fit your needs and your budget. Stop by Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg today and test drive a new F-150. We are located at 6320 Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg, just east of the intersection of Silver Spring Road on Carlisle Pike.