2019 Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma

Truck drivers unite! Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg is here to end the question which truck is best for me, allowing your drives in Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, and Carlisle to be elevated and robust.

Ford and Toyota have been battling it out for years in the truck sector. However, with our 2019 Ford Ranger vs. Toyota Tacoma comparison, you'll soon see who comes out on top. Keep reading to see the end results of this all-time head-of-head!

2019 Ranger vs 2019 Tacoma: Performance & Fuel Economy

Trucks mean power and luckily enough, these two models deliver. Under the hood of the Ford Ranger lies the 2.3L 4-cylinder EcoBoost® engine. This gives you plenty of power to make your commutes top notch, generating an impressive 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Add that to an estimated fuel economy of up to 21 city/26 highway MPG, and you have yourself a truck!

This powertrain is paired with an incredible 10-speed automatic transmission equipped with SelectShift® technology, as well as a tow/haul mode. This gives you smooth acceleration, quick-shifting ability, and three overdrive gears, all while reducing drag.

In the Toyota Tacoma, you find the 2.7L 4-cylinder engine. Though it has more liters, it supplies with you with considerably less power, coming in with 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. In fact, even when upgraded to the available 3.5L engine, the torque is still quite lower with 265 lb-ft.

Additionally, the Toyota's fuel economy is also less at 18 city/22 highway MPG, despite it having less strength under the hood. This could be because of the 6-speed automatic transmission, which is less advanced than the one found in the Ford model.

Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma: Towing & Payload

With all of the power supplied by the robust engine in the 2019 Ranger, you can expect a hefty towing rating. When properly equipped, this pickup can tow up to 7,500 pounds which is perfect for those endless weekends. Plus, with a Best-in-Class maximum payload of 1,860, you're ready to load it up to your heart's content.

Though the 2019 Tacoma is pretty strong, it may leave you wanting a little more in the towing department. It's max towing rating when properly equipped is only 6,800 pounds while its payload maxes out at 1,440 pounds. This means you might have to limit your towing and hauling slightly.

Ranger vs Tacoma: Space

Trucks are all about the beds, so finding one large enough is important. The Toyota Tacoma offers one size of bed which measures in at 60.5 inches in length, 19.1 inches in height, with a width of 41.5 inches. Though roomy, the Ford Ranger has it beat.

The Ranger offers two bed sizes to choose from. In both, the width reaches up to 44.8 inches with a height of 20.8 inches. Additionally, you can choose the length from 61 inches or 72.8 inches, which are both larger than the Tacoma's bed.

2019 Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma: Verdict

At Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg, we think both these pickups are great for your Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, and Carlisle travels. However, with more power and control, better efficiency, elevated strength, and extra space-we think you're going to love the 2019 Ford F-150. To see if this truck wins in your mind, schedule a test drive at our Ford dealership today!