- [Narrator] This video stacks
the award-winning 2021 Toyota Tacoma
up against the 2021 Ford Ranger.
Let's see how these two rivals compare.
Tacoma's off-road capability is a cut above the competition,
with available features like part-time four-wheel drive,
Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control.
For all of its rugged capabilities,
Tacoma also comes equipped with active safety features
like the standard Toyota Safety Sense P suite.
Tacoma's ready-to-go V6 Tow Package
and range of off-road assistance features
help ensure that it's ready for whatever the day brings.
Performance is the name of the game for Tacoma,
whether that means off-road capability
or everyday utility and drivability.
That's why all V6 models feature 278 horsepower
and 265 pound-feet of torque,
as well as a standard V6 Tow Package
that helps Tacoma achieve
up to a 6,800-pound maximum towing capacity,
along with up to a 1,685-pound maximum payload capacity.
And when the road turns to trail,
an available range of advanced off-road systems
like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control,
Panoramic View Monitor, and Multi-Terrain Monitor
help Tacoma conquer even the toughest terrains.
But that's not all.
TRG Sport models come equipped
with a sport-tuned suspension
while TRD Off-Road models make use
of a TRD Off-Road tuned suspension with Bilstein shocks.
Meanwhile, the dedicated and capable TRD Pro grade
comes standard with a TRD-tuned
off-road suspension with FOX shocks,
quarter-inch thick aluminum TRD front skid plate,
all-terrain tires
and plenty of other off-road worthy features
that give this pickup some serious off-road cred.
Plus, all models include
either an Automatic Limited-Slip Differential
or an electronically-controlled locking rear differential
to further help aid traction.
At 270 horsepower,
Ranger's engine comes close to Tacoma's in output.
And while its maximum towing capacity is 7,500 pounds,
doing so requires the extra-cost Trailer Tow Package.
Meanwhile, its payload capacity maxes out at 1,860 pounds.
Ranger has one ready-to-go off-road grade,
but it's optional Terrain Management System
includes a Trail Control feature,
while the FX4 and Tremor Off-Road Packages
feature off-road tuned suspension, skid plates,
all terrain tires and more.
And like Tacoma, there's an available
electronic-locking rear differential.
Tacoma helps drivers stay connected on the go,
with standard features like Apple CarPlay compatibility,
which connects drivers to Apple Music, Maps, Messages,
and other favorite apps from your iPhone.
Tacoma also includes Android Auto compatibility,
which makes it easy to stay connected to Android devices,
as well as Amazon Alexa connectivity,
which keeps Amazon's digital assistant just a question away.
Plus, there's a standard 3-month SiriusXM
All Access trial subscription
to more than 300 radio channels across the country,
and it's all accessed through a 7.0-inch
or available 8.0-inch touchscreen.
Tacoma also offers access to Toyota's line
of available Connected Services,
including trials to Safety Connect and Wi-Fi Connect.
Ranger come standard with a non-touch display,
but it does offer 911 Assist and FordPass Connect
with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot trial.
Grades equipped with SYNC 3
get an 8-inch touchscreen
that's compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto,
as well as a SiriusXM
3-month All Access trial subscription,
but there's no Amazon Alexa support here.
Off-road powerhouse or not,
safety is a top priority
with Tacoma's Toyota Safety Sense P,
a standard suite that includes Pre-Collision System,
Lane Departure Alert, Automatic High Beams,
and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
is also available.
For Ranger, Adaptive Cruise Control
is an upcharge through the Technology Package,
but it's only available on XLT and Lariat grades.
Ranger's standard Ford Co-Pilot360
does include Blind Spot Information System
with Cross-Traffic Alert, however.
On the inside, Tacoma strikes a perfect balance
between utility and creature comforts,
with a standard, 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat
on most V6 models, and dual-zone automatic climate control
on all automatic transmission V6 models,
which lets both the driver and passenger
adjust cabin temperature to their individual liking.
It also offers an available power-sliding rear window
for easy access to the cargo bed,
or just some extra breeze.
Ranger isn't able to match
Tacoma's 10-way power driver's seat
but an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat
is standard on the Lariat grade.
Dual-zone automatic temperature control,
on the other hand, is standard on XLT and Lariat grades.
And while Ranger does offer
an available sliding rear window,
it requires manual operation.
Equipped for heavy jobs in the city
or off-road adventures in the wild,
Tacoma is engineered to do it all,
thanks to its standard 9.4-inch ground clearance.
And its new special edition packages
don't just sport unique looks,
the Trail Special Edition also amps up Tacoma's capability
with its 16-inch TRD Off-Road wheels
and Kevlar all-terrain tires,
as well as its elevated utility
with its lockable bed storage boxes,
including an insulated box
that makes a great cooler on rustic outings.
But regardless of grade,
Tacoma's vital parts are protected from rough roads,
thanks to a standard engine
and front suspension skid plates.
Ranger can be optioned with skid plates
at an additional cost,
but only on two specialized four-wheel drive models.
It offers 8.4 inches of ground clearance
on rear-wheel drive models
or 8.9 inches of ground clearance
on four-wheel drive models,
while the Tremor Off-Road Package
goes even further at 9.7 inches.
Additionally, multiple exterior packages
alter Ranger's exterior with unique trims, wheels, and more.
Tacoma's lineup has six distinct grades,
including three TRD models for the thrill-seekers.
SR5 offers a new Trail Special Edition package,
while Limited introduces
the new Nightshade Special Edition package
with its 18-inch dark smoke alloy wheels
and carbon-style black grille.
In terms of configuration,
Tacoma comes in either Access or Double Cab,
as well as two bed sizes.
Toyota's pickup also offers two engine choices,
an available manual transmission
and available part-time four-wheel drive.
Ranger comes in three grades.
Across all of them, there is only one engine option,
a turbocharged four-cylinder
but part-time four-wheel drive is available.
As America's best-selling midsize pickup
for the last 16 years,
Tacoma has gained widespread praise
for its robust reliability and capability,
as well as its incredible value,
which is further bolstered by added ownership perks
like the ToyotaCare Maintenance Plan
and Roadside Assistance.
This same formula has helped Tacoma
earn a wide range of industry accolades,
like the Kelley Blue Book 2021 Best Resale Value
in the Midsize Pickup Truck category for 12 years in a row,
and a Best Buy Award for 2020.
Now in it's third generation,
this off-road icon continues to be a top pick
among truck enthusiasts,
with no signs of slowing down.
And as one of the best values in the industry,
with more than 25 years under its belt,
Tacoma continues to forge its own path
as America's favorite pickup.