If you’re in the market for a new truck, you can’t go wrong with one of Toyota’s rugged, powerful pickups. With two trucks to choose from, the question remains: which is better, the 2021 Toyota Tacoma or new Toyota Tundra? Both are highly performant, yet refined machines, each optimized for different tasks. Let’s take a deeper dive into both these truck models to see which is right for your needs.
Tundra vs. Tacoma: Raw towing and hauling power
Both the Toyota Tundra and Tacoma are capable trucks that are more than ready to work hard. The Tacoma can pull an admirable 6,800 pounds at the top end with its available 3.5L V6. If you really need power, swing for the Tundra, whose i-FORCE 5.7L V8 engine produces 381 hp and 401 lb.-ft. of torque, enabling the Tundra to haul up to 10,200 pounds.
When grinding hard at work, it’s more important than anywhere else to keep safe. That’s why the Toyota Tundra has a Trailer-Sway Control and available Integrated Trailer Brake Controller to keep your trailer stabilized and you safe, no matter where you haul it.
Tacoma vs. Tundra: Off-road finesse
If your idea of a good time involves hitting the trail in your Toyota Truck, you can’t do better than a 2021 Tacoma. Tacomas have a long-standing reputation for being unrivaled off-roaders, and with the new Tacoma TRD Pro trim, featuring Crawl Control, locking rear differential, and Multi-Terrain Select with five modes, the new Toyota Tacoma is better than ever.
If you like to take a boat with you off the beaten path, the Toyota Tundra’s Trail Special Edition provides additional, insulated bed storage and 18-inch alloy wheels. With Tundra’s four-wheel drive and traction-boosting technology, it’s no slouch when running down dirt roads either!
Tundra size vs. Tacoma size and maneuverability
When it comes to pickup and utility trucks, size does matter. Between the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra, the Tundra is the bigger truck, both in cab and bed: it comes standard with a 6.5-ft. bed with an option to extend it out to 8 feet, if you need even more space.
By contrast, the Tacoma has a 6-ft. standard bed length, which makes it a bit easier to maneuver around parking lots, tight city street corners, or mountainous craigs. If you want a big powerful beast of a truck, go for the Tundra. If lithe and limber is more your style, a Tacoma is a great choice.
New Toyota Trucks for sale near Waldorf
Whichever truck style you prefer, Waldorf Toyota has the 2021 Tundra or new Tacoma for you! And with our great financing deals, comprehensive service packages including ToyotaCare, and our friendly, helpful staff, we’re happy to help you drive a new or used Toyota truck off our lot. Come see us today!
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