Compare the2024 Toyota TundraVS 2024 Ford F-150

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Passenger Space
Payload and Towing
Ergonomics
Economic Advantages

Safety

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For enhanced safety, the front and rear seat shoulder belts of the Toyota Tundra have pretensioners to tighten the seatbelts and eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers. The Ford F-150 doesn’t offer pretensioners for its rear seat belts.

In the past twenty years hundreds of infants and young children have died after being left in vehicles, usually by accident. When turning the vehicle off, drivers of the Tundra are reminded to check the back seat if they opened the rear door before starting out. The F-150 doesn’t offer a back seat reminder.

The Tundra has standard Active Headrests, which use a specially designed headrest to protect the driver and front passenger from whiplash. During a rear-end collision, the Active Headrests system moves the headrests forward to prevent neck and spine injuries. The F-150 doesn’t offer a whiplash protection system.

Both the Tundra and the F-150 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, post-collision automatic braking systems, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras, available four-wheel drive, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors and rear cross-path warning.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does 35 MPH front crash tests on new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Toyota Tundra is safer than the Ford F-150:

	Tundra	F-150
	Driver
STARS	5 Stars	4 Stars
HIC	172	337
Neck Injury Risk	29.8%	30%

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration does side impact tests on new vehicles. In this test, which crashes the vehicle into a flat barrier at 38.5 MPH and into a post at 20 MPH, results indicate that the Toyota Tundra is safer than the Ford F-150:

	Tundra	F-150
	Front Seat
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Chest Movement	.6 inches	.8 inches
Abdominal Force	102 lbs.	152 lbs.
Hip Force	129 lbs.	142 lbs.
	Rear Seat
STARS	5 Stars
	Into Pole
STARS	5 Stars	5 Stars
Max Damage Depth	10 inches	13 inches
Spine Acceleration	33 G’s	39 G’s

New test not comparable to pre-2011 test results. More stars = Better. Lower test results = Better.

Side impacts caused 23% of all road fatalities in 2018, down from 29% in 2003, when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety introduced its side barrier test. In order to continue improving vehicle safety, the IIHS has started using a more severe side impact test: 37 MPH (up from 31 MPH), with a 4180-pound barrier (up from 3300 pounds). The results of this newly developed test demonstrates that the Toyota Tundra Crew Cab Pickup is safer than the F-150 SuperCrew:

	Tundra	F-150
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	GOOD
Structure	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
	Driver Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	39	40
Neck Tension	45 lbs.	156 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	GOOD
Torso Deflection Rate	5 MPH	6 MPH
Pelvis	GOOD	GOOD
Head Protection	GOOD	GOOD
	Passenger Injury Measures
Head/Neck	GOOD	GOOD
Head Injury Criterion	51	249
Head Peak Forces	no contact	69 G’s
Neck Tension	45 lbs.	89 lbs.
Torso	GOOD	GOOD
Shoulder Deflection	.43 in	.55 in
Shoulder Force	178 lbs.	223 lbs.
Torso Max Deflection	.24 in	.98 in
Torso Deflection Rate	2 MPH	5 MPH
Pelvis	GOOD	GOOD
Pelvis Force	312 lbs.	513 lbs.
Head Protection	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE

The Toyota Tundra achieved a “Top Safety Pick” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for the 2024 model year. This recognition was based on its impressive performance in the small overlap frontal crash test, updated side impact crash test, headlight evaluations, and pedestrian crash prevention testing. The F-150 is not a “Top Safety Pick” for 2024.

Warranty

Toyota pays for scheduled maintenance on the Tundra for 2 years and 25000 miles. Toyota will pay for oil changes, tire rotations, air filter replacements, cabin filter replacement, brake fluid replacement, inspections, and any other required maintenance. Ford doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the F-150.

Reliability

To reliably start during all conditions and help handle large electrical loads, the Tundra has a standard 776-amp battery. The F-150’s 610-amp battery isn’t as powerful.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2023 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Toyota vehicles are better in initial quality than Ford vehicles. With 7 fewer problems per 100 vehicles, JD Power ranks Toyota higher than Ford.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Toyota vehicles are more reliable than Ford vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Toyota above average in long-term dependability. With 34 more problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, Ford is rated lower.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ January 2024 Auto Issue reports that Toyota vehicles are more reliable than Ford vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Toyota second in overall reliability. Ford is ranked 22nd.

Engine

The Tundra has more powerful engines than the F-150:

	Horsepower	Torque
Tundra SR 3.4 turbo V6	358 HP	406 lbs.-ft.
Tundra 3.4 turbo V6	389 HP	479 lbs.-ft.
Tundra 3.4 turbo V6 hybrid	437 HP	583 lbs.-ft.
F-150 2.7 turbo V6	325 HP	400 lbs.-ft.
F-150 5.0 DOHC V8	400 HP	410 lbs.-ft.
F-150 3.5 turbo V6	400 HP	500 lbs.-ft.
F-150 3.5 turbo V6 hybrid	430 HP	570 lbs.-ft.

As tested in Consumer Reports the Toyota Tundra turbo V6 is faster than the Ford F-150 turbo V6:

	Tundra	F-150
Zero to 30 MPH	2.4 sec	2.9 sec
Zero to 60 MPH	6.3 sec	6.7 sec
45 to 65 MPH Passing	3.8 sec	4.2 sec
Quarter Mile	14.8 sec	15.2 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	98 MPH	96 MPH

Fuel Economy and Range

On the EPA test cycle the Tundra gets better mileage than the F-150:

			MPG
Tundra
	RWD	3.4 turbo V6 Hybrid	20 city/24 hwy
		SR 3.4 turbo V6	18 city/24 hwy
		3.4 turbo V6 (389 HP)	18 city/23 hwy
	AWD	3.4 turbo V6 Hybrid	19 city/22 hwy
		SR/SR5 3.4 turbo V6	17 city/23 hwy
		Limited/Platinum/1794 3.4 turbo V6	17 city/22 hwy
		TRD Pro 3.4 turbo V6 Hybrid	18 city/20 hwy
F-150
	RWD	3.5 turbo V6	17 city/25 hwy
		5.0 V8	16 city/24 hwy
	AWD	3.5 turbo V6	16 city/24 hwy
		5.0 V8	16 city/24 hwy
		Tremor 3.5 turbo V6	16 city/20 hwy

Both the Tundra and the F-150 have a standard automatic start/stop engine feature to stop unnecessary fuel waste and pollution at stoplights and heavy traffic. All Tundra’s have a standard disable switch for the system, so a driver can keep the engine from shutting off when the vehicle stops temporarily. The F-150 PowerBoost doesn’t offer a way to disable start/stop.

The Tundra Hybrid has a standard locking fuel door with a power remote release convenient to the driver. The fuel filler door is not lockable on the F-150. A locking fuel door helps prevent fuel theft and vandalism, such as sugar in the tank.

Brakes and Stopping

The Tundra stops much shorter than the F-150:

	Tundra	F-150
70 to 0 MPH	192 feet	203 feet	Car and Driver
60 to 0 MPH	126 feet	136 feet	Motor Trend

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the Tundra 5.5-foot bed TRD Pro Crew Cab Pickup’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the F-150 (285/65R18 vs. 275/60R20).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Tundra has standard 18-inch wheels. Smaller 17-inch wheels are standard on the F-150.

Suspension and Handling

The front and rear suspension of the Tundra uses coil springs for better ride, handling and control than the F-150, which uses leaf springs in the rear. Coil springs compress more progressively and offer more suspension travel for a smoother ride with less bottoming out.

The Tundra Platinum/1794/Capstone has a standard automatic load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The F-150 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Tundra’s wheelbase is longer than on the F-150:

	Tundra	F-150
Extended Cab Standard Bed	145.7 inches	145.4 inches
Extended Cab Long Bed	164.6 inches	n/a
Crew Cab Short Bed	145.7 inches	145.4 inches
Crew Cab Standard Bed	157.7 inches	157.2 inches

The Tundra 5.5-foot bed TRD Pro Crew Cab Pickup handles at .73 G’s, while the F-150 5.5-foot Tremor SuperCrew 4x4 pulls only .70 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The Tundra 5.5-foot bed Limited Crew Cab Pickup 4x4 executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver quicker than the F-150 5.5-foot Tremor SuperCrew 4x4 (28.5 seconds @ .59 average G’s vs. 29 seconds @ .62 average G’s).

For better maneuverability, the Tundra’s turning circle is tighter than the F-150’s:

	Tundra	F-150
Extended Cab Long Bed	52 feet	n/a
Extended Cab Long Bed 4x4	52 feet	n/a
Crew Cab Standard Bed 4x4	50 feet	51.1 feet

Chassis

The front grille of the Tundra SR5/Limited/Platinum/1794/TRD Pro/Capstone uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The F-150 doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

As tested by Car and Driver while at idle, the interior of the Tundra 5.5-foot bed TRD Pro Crew Cab Pickup is quieter than the F-150 5.5-foot Lariat SuperCrew 4x4 (32 vs. 40 dB).

Passenger Space

The Tundra Extended Cab Pickup has .2 inches more front headroom and .1 inches more front hip room than the F-150 SuperCab.

The Tundra Crew Cab Pickup has .2 inches more front headroom and .1 inches more front hip room than the F-150 SuperCrew.

Payload and Towing

The Tundra’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the F-150’s (8300 vs. 5000 pounds).

The Tundra has a higher standard payload capacity than the F-150 (1820 vs. 1765 lbs.).

Ergonomics

The Tundra’s front and rear power windows all open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car. The F-150’s rear power window switches have to be held the entire time to open or close them fully.

If the windows are left open on the Tundra the driver can close them all at the outside door handle. On a hot day the driver can lower the windows at the outside door handle or from a distance using the keyless remote. (This window function must be activated by your Toyota service department.) The driver of the F-150 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The Tundra has a standard Smart Key System that allows you to unlock the doors from either front door handle, unlock the tailgate, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Intelligent Access costs extra on the F-150 and isn’t available on the F-150 XL/STX.

The Tundra’s LED headlights produce a whiter, brighter light (up to 3x) using five times less power than the F-150’s standard halogen headlights. LED lights also light instantly and last over twenty times longer than halogen.

Manual rear side window sunshades are available in the Tundra to help block heat and glare for the rear passengers. The F-150 doesn’t offer rear side window sunshades.

When the Tundra with available tilt-down mirrors is put in reverse, both rearview mirrors tilt from their original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirrors into their original positions. The F-150’s mirrors don’t automatically adjust for backing.

The Tundra Limited/Platinum/1794/TRD Pro/Capstone has standard front air conditioned seats and the Tundra Platinum/1794/Capstone also has them in the rear. This keeps the passengers comfortable and takes the sting out of hot seats in summer. The F-150 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats in the rear.

Bluetooth wireless connectivity is standard on the Tundra, connecting the driver and passenger’s cell phones to the vehicle systems. This allows them to use the vehicle’s stereo and hand controls to place calls safely and easily. Bluetooth costs extra on the F-150.

Economic Advantages

IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Toyota Tundra will be $1695 to $6981 less than for the Ford F-150.