
If you are looking for your ideal truck to drive in California, MD, then visit Bayside Toyota. Here, you can check out the full selection of new Toyota trucks for sale, including the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Tundra. Keep reading to see how these trucks compare to one another.
Performance
The midsize Tacoma offers two engine options: a turbocharged I4 with up to 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque and a hybrid V6 with up to 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet. The light-duty Tundra gets your choice of a turbocharged V6 with 389 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque and a hybrid V6 with up to 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet. Both models come standard with rear-wheel drive and offer four-wheel drive for exceptional traction on and off the road in Waldorf, MD
Fuel Economy
The Tacoma offers solid fuel efficiency for a pickup truck, with EPA-estimated ratings of 20 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine and trim. The Tundra is not far behind, with combined fuel economy ratings of 19 to 22 mpg.
Towing and Payload
Both the Tacoma and Tundra offer solid towing and hauling ratings for their respective classifications. The Tacoma can tow a maximum of 6,500 pounds, while the Tundra tops out at 12,000 pounds. If you need to haul hefty payloads around Bowie, MD, in the truck bed, the Tacoma can carry up to 1,710 pounds, while the Tundra can haul up to 1,940 pounds. The Tundra tows and hauls more, while the lower curb weight of the Tacoma (4,145 pounds for base models, compared to 5,095 pounds for the Tundra) gives the smaller truck more maneuverability in tighter driving conditions in Lusby, MD.
Pick Your Ideal Toyota Truck Today
The best way to decide between the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Tundra is to try them both for yourself. To do that, schedule a test drive with Bayside Toyota, then make the trip from Dunkirk, MD, to our dealership. We look forward to meeting you.