2016 Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra | Chattanooga, TN

The 2016 Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra. What's your choice?

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Pick-up truck enthusiasts will be impressed with the Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra. Both vehicles are in the full-size class with six trims and several packages. Ford introduced their first installment in 1948. It has evolved over the decades with innovative engines and more versatility. Toyota launched the Tundra in 1999 as an alternative for North American consumers. They have made changes to the exteriors and off-road capability in an effort to broaden its appeal to the rural and construction industries. Ford’s reputation with their truck roster is a long one of affordability. The Tundra line-up has come to be known as Toyota’s definition of reliability.

Engineers at Ford pull ahead with a litany of standard and optional features including automatic climate control, adjustable pedals, and distance pacing cruise control. Steering wheels come with a heat option and automatic tilt away, while seats offer memory settings. Toyota does not offer these features in any of their trims. Exteriors have turn signal indicators in all F-150 trims, while Tundra only offers it in two trims. The top four F-150 trims have power moon roofs, but they are not available for Tundra’s roster. Consumers will begin to see a trend with F-150 taking the lead in just about every category.

Power-train

Drivers will have a big decision to make with the seven power-train options for the F-150. They include a 2.7L V6 325hp, 3.5L V6 282hp, 3.5 V6 365hp, 5.0L V8 385hp, 2.7L V6 EcoBoost, 3.5L V6 EcoBoost, and 5.0L V8 EcoBoost engines. Tundra comes in with only two choices in a 310hp 4.6L V8 or 381hp 5.7L V8. Ford continues the dominance with an available twin turbo that provides increased power and fuel efficiency, while Toyota does not meet the challenge. Both trucks have six speed automatic transmissions with an automatic manual feature and overdrive, although Ford delivers a second option without the automatic manual component. F-150 owners are beneficiaries of the most fuel efficient truck on the road.

Towing and Off-Road Capabilities

F-150 blows Tundra away with 12,200 pounds of towing and 3,300 pounds of payload in comparison to only 10,500 pounds and 2,060 pounds respectively. Rear wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is optional for each brand. Ground clearance is 10 to 10.6 inches for the Tundra, while F-150 has a range of 8.4 to 9.4 inches. However, the tide turns again with only one approach and four departure angles for Tundra. F-150 surges ahead with nearly a dozen approach and departure angles. This is one area Ford craftsmanship outpaced the entire full-size truck class.

Awards

As the top-selling truck in America, the 2016 F-150 has earned the accolades of automotive influencers including Kelly Blue Book. They named it a Best Buy for the second year in a row. U.S. News & World Report ranked the 2016 model number one out of a field of six other trucks. They cited its agile handling and powerful engines among other attributes. In the safety category, F-150 is the only truck to earn a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Finally, the Eco-Boost V6 engine was awarded the 2016 Green Truck of the Year from the Green Car Journal. Buyers are purchasing a trend-setting, award-winning pick-up with this model.

Drivers should schedule an appointment at Mountain View Ford to preview the 2016 F-150 today. A test drive will showcase the cutting-edge ingenuity Ford has to offer.

MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at MSRP refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.

All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.