Two giants, one battlefield. Tacoma is all-new, Ranger is upgraded. One will dominate—who takes the crown?

Midsize War

By Vishal| Mar 22, 2025

Images By: FORD & Toyota

Three engines, up to 405 hp, and a 10-speed auto. Ford isn’t holding back. Can Toyota fight this firepower?

Ford’s Power

326 hp, 465 lb-ft torque—Toyota’s hybrid is a monster. But no manual option? That’s a shocker.

Toyota’s Hybrid

Ranger hauls 7,500 lbs, Tacoma stops at 6,500. Payload? Ford edges out Toyota again. Work truck or adventure rig?

Towing Test

Ranger Raptor vs. Tacoma TRD Pro—Fox shocks, locking diffs, and pure toughness. But Ford’s twin-turbo V6? That's the next level.

Off-Road Fight

Toyota offers a 6-speed manual, but only on select models. Ford? No stick shift anywhere. That hurts.

Manual Lives

Ranger: One bed, one cab—no confusion. Tacoma? Two bed lengths, two cabs, nearly too many trims. More choices or too much?

Size Options

Ranger starts at $33K, Tacoma at $31K. But Ford’s high trims pack more power for less. Toyota makes you pay for that hybrid punch.

Best Value

Big screens, premium tech, solid seats. But Tacoma’s IsoDynamic seats? Suspension for your spine.

Interior Battle

Toyota wins on variety, Ford dominates power and price. Two great trucks, but I know where my money’s going.

Final Verdict