Toyota Tacoma Vs Tundra: Which Toyota Truck Is Right For Me?

Toyota manufacturers two powerful and impressive trucks: the Tundra and the Tacoma. Both of these vehicles offer a powerful engine under the hood and a suite of high-tech features that help give you a safer and more convenient driving experience.

While these two trucks may look similar at first glance, they offer unique features that make them stand apart from each other and the competition. To help you decide which impressive truck would be right for you, here is an in-depth comparison of the 2022 Toyota Tacoma and the 2022 Toyota Tundra.

Engine Options

The Tacoma comes standard with a 3.5-litre V6 engine that can either be paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission. With this engine, the Tacoma can deliver up to 278 horsepower.

However, the Toyota Tundra has different engine options to choose from. The truck comes standard with a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The engine delivers a standard 348 horsepower and 405 lb.-ft of torque. However, the engine can be enhanced slightly, which allows it to deliver up to 389 horsepower and 479 lb.-ft of torque. In addition, a hybrid version is available that combines the same engine with a powerful electric motor to deliver a combined 437 horsepower and 583 lb.-ft of torque.

Towing and Payload Capacity

The Tacoma can tow up to 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs). It also has a maximum payload capacity of 583 kg (1,285 lbs).

The Tundra, on the other hand, can tow up to 5,440 kg (12,000 lbs) and has a maximum payload capacity of 880 kg (1,940 lbs). The Tundra also features a Tow/Haul mode that allows you to adjust the throttle response based on the type of load you are hauling. Tow/Haul mode is more suitable for small boats and trailers, and Tow/Haul+ mode is for larger loads, such as large boats and campers.

Fuel Consumption

While the Tundra may be able to tow more than the Tacoma, they both have around the same fuel consumption.

Tacoma gets an estimated 13.8 L/100 km in the city and 11.4 L/100 km on the highway. The Tundra gets an estimated 13.6 L/100 km in the city and 10.4 L/100km on the highway.

Suspension and Off-Road Capabilities

The Tundra can provide a smooth ride, no matter what terrain it is travelling on. It comes standard with a double-wishbone suspension in the front and a 5-link multi-coil suspension in the back. There is also an available adaptive variable suspension (AVS) that further helps to provide a smooth and comfortable ride.

The Tacoma comes standard with a heavy-duty suspension featuring a double-wishbone suspension system. The front comes with a pair of strong coil springs and gas shock absorbers, while multi-leaf springs and gas shock absorbers can be found in the rear.

Both vehicles also offer a select-terrain system that allows you to tackle mud, sand, and snow with ease.

Safety Features

Both vehicles come equipped with a comprehensive list of standard safety features, including an advanced airbag system and a reverse camera.

The Toyota Tacoma comes with the additional Toyota Safety Sense, which includes:

• Pre-Collision System
• Automatic High Beams
• Lane Departure Warning
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

The Tundra comes standard with the more elaborate Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 system, which comes with more driver-assist features, such as:

• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Automatic High Beams
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Left Turn Oncoming Vehicle Detection with Automatic Braking
• Right/Left Turn Oncoming Pedestrian Detection with Automatic Braking
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Road Sign Assist
• Pre-Collision System with Risk Avoidance Emergency Steering Assist
• Sway Warning System
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Nighttime Pedestrian Detection, and Cyclist Detection

What is the TRD Pro?

TRD (Toyota Racing Development) Pro is a specialized package developed to help enhance certain Toyota vehicles and make them more powerful and perform well on rough terrain. The TRD Pro is available on both the Tacoma and the Tundra.

The 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro has several advanced features in the vehicle’s interior and exterior. For instance, this model comes with unique badging, leather seats, 16-inch black alloy wheels, LED fog lights, a TRD shift knob, and a moonroof. In addition, the TRD Pro also offers a multi-terrain view monitor and adds a more heavy-duty suspension system to the vehicle.

The Tundra TRD Pro features a unique front grille with “Toyota” boldly printed across the centre. The grille also comes with an integrated lightbar that enhances visibility. This model also comes equipped with big FOX off-road shocks that allow you to tackle any terrain.

Which Toyota Truck is Right for You?

The 2022 Toyota Tundra is a powerful full-size pickup truck with impressive towing power and is ready to work as hard as you. The Tacoma is a well-equipped mid-sized truck that can easily rip through off-road trails and tackle various terrains. No matter which options you choose, at Orangeville Toyota, you are sure to get an impressive truck that is both powerful and reliable.