Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra

Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra: Towing Capacity

You've got a large trailer or boat that you're hauling to your vacation spot. Maybe you need to get a ton of supplies to your next jobsite. No matter the case, the Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra can handle a lot in terms of towing capacity.

The Tundra, for example, has a maximum towing capacity of up to 10,200 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of 1,730 pounds when properly equipped.

Strong, isn't it? Even though that's most certainly the case, the Ram 1500 has something more to say. It offers a maximum towing capacity of up to 12,750 pounds and a maximum payload capacity of up to 2,320 pounds when properly equipped. With the Ram 1500 by your side, you can tow heavier objects with relative ease.

Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra: Engine Performance

What's a good truck without a good engine? When you need great engine performance, look no further than these two beasts. The Toyota Tundra offers a 5.7L Aluminum i-FORCE V8 engine that produces 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque.

While that is incredibly strong and not something you should overlook, the Ram 1500 offers a lot more room for power and options. With five unbelievable engines available with the Ram 1500, you can choose how powerful you want your truck to be.

The Ram 1500 engines are:

• 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine with eTorque: 410 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque
• 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine: 410 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque
• 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine with eTorque: 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 engine: 260 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque
• 6.2L Supercharged HEMI® V8 engine: 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque

Ram vs Toyota: Fuel Efficiency

One area of trucks that can get overlooked is the fuel economy. In the Ram 1500, this is not to be ignored. It can get up to 20 city/25 highway MPG, which ensures you can drive longer distances and spend less time filling up. This far outclasses the Toyota Tundra, which gets 13 city/18 highway MPG.

Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra: Verdict

It's hard to ignore how powerful both the Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra are. At Troncalli CDJR, we think drivers in and around Cumming, Roswell, and Johns Creek, GA, will enjoy the Ram 1500 much more than the Toyota Tundra due to its towing capabilities, engine options, and fuel economy.

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