Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra
Towing, hauling, cruising, exploring—there are plenty of things you’ll be able to do with a quality, powerful truck. They’re good for both work and play, and reliability is a must as you plan for the many years and miles ahead. There are plenty of trucks out there to choose from, and we’re here to help you in your research process.
If you have a job to do in the Hurricane, Huntington, or Charleston, WV, area, either the 2024 Ram 1500 or the Toyota Tundra can help you get it done. The question is: Which of these pickups has more to offer drivers in the Greater Hurricane area?
To find out, our team at Walker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) compared the 2024 Ram 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra and discovered a clear winner. Read on to see how these two vehicles hold up when put head-to-head and determine which of these powerful trucks is right for you.
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A major difference between these two titans is their engine selection. The Ram 1500 offers its drivers three distinct engines. There’s the 3.6L Pentastar® V6 that boasts 305 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The available 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine can generate up to 395 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque.
For intense ferocity on the jobsite and off the pavement, the Ram 1500 offers the available Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® V8 engine. This engine roars to life as it generates 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. You’ll love the feeling of power and dominance that comes with this intense piece of engineering.
The Toyota Tundra also offers its drivers three engines. The standard, the I-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 engine, can produce up to 358 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque. Even its most powerful engine only delivers 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, still quite a bit less than the Ram. Drivers looking for more options and customization will find it with the Ram 1500 instead.
CARGO CAPACITY: RAM 1500 VS TOYOTA TUNDRA
The reason you need all this power is because you have a lot of things you need to bring along, whether it’s backpacks and water bottles for the yearly hike or computers to install at the new worksite. For this, you need a fairly high payload (the amount of weight a vehicle can handle when fully packed).
Based on these pickups’ payload capacities, you’ll be able to pack heavier items in the Ram 1500.
- Ram 1500 Payload Capacity: 2,320 pounds
- Toyota Tundra Payload Capacity: 1,940 pounds
That’s a difference of nearly 400 pounds between the two trucks! The Ram 1500 also adds an additional layer of cargo space with the available RamBox® Cargo Management System. This is a storage box located in the walls of the truck bed above the wheels.
It’s a secure place to store small items when you’re on the job. Unfortunately, this storage option isn’t offered in the Toyota Tundra. This makes the Ram 1500 a smart choice for drivers looking to haul more in their truck bed and make more use of it.
RAM 1500 VS TOYOTA TUNDRA: TOWING CAPACITY
If you need to tow a ton, you can do that—and then some—with the Ram 1500 or the Tundra. In fact, both trucks can tow well over 10,000 pounds when properly equipped. The towing capacities range depending on the engine selected, the drive system, and how the truck is configured. Below are the maximum towing capacities when each truck is properly equipped and configured.
- Ram 1500 Towing Capacity: 12,750 pounds
- Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity: 12,000 pounds
The towing capacity in the Ram 1500 ably edges out that of the Toyota Tundra by over 700 pounds! The difference here may be in their engines.
The Toyota Tundra reaches its maximum towing capacity with its i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 engine that generates 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.
Compare this to the Ram 1500 that hits its maximum towing capacity with its 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine that delivers 395 horsepower.
When you have that extra towing capacity, it unlocks a lot of possibilities. Over a ton more weight can be towed with the Ram 1500 than the Toyota Tundra, so that’s an extra ATV for an outdoor adventure or more camping gear for a weekend in the great outdoors.
2024 RAM 1500 VS TOYOTA TUNDRA: IN-CABIN FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY
The Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra each offer plenty of impressive features to their drivers. Their cabins include dashboard-mounted touchscreen displays drivers can use to stay connected or add some fun to their workday. In the Toyota Tundra, this centrally located touchscreen reaches up to eight inches in length.
Inside the Ram 1500, the available 12-inch touchscreen makes your apps, messages, and music easier to access and more visible while you’re on the road. Greater visibility means the screen is easier and safer to use, especially with the available built-in navigation system.
Each screen incorporates voice recognition, making it easier to select media from the radio or the USB/auxiliary-connected media device. Both trucks also feature Bluetooth® technology that enables you to conduct hands-free phone calls or stream audio from your phone’s media library or music apps.
These trucks also give drivers the option of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. These systems will integrate your smartphone into the touchscreen so you can have direct access to your apps, contacts, texts, and more. From the road, you can stay connected at all times.
The Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra both offer their drivers the option of a SiriusXM® Satellite Radio trial subscription. This trial subscription gives drivers access to more than 150 different stations that include music, comedy, sports, talk radio, and more.
How you listen to your favorite artists can make a big difference in your enjoyment. Music lovers are always looking for sharp premium audio systems to enjoy their playlists. In the Toyota Tundra, you’ll have access to a 12-speaker audio system, which will pump up your favorite songs.
In the Ram 1500, the available premium audio system is powered by the audio experts at Harman Kardon®. This system uses 900 watts of power to blast your tunes through 19 speakers located throughout the cabin. This truly surround-sound system turns your truck cab into your personal concert hall, letting you rock out on your drives between worksites.
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Towing and hauling is a lot of work, but both the Ram and the Tundra offer features that help take some of the load off. For example, they both have standard Trailer Sway Control to help keep your trailer steady on windy or winding roadways.
They also both have a Trailer Brake Controller that links your truck’s brakes with the trailer’s so you can control them both when you engage the brake pedal. This is essential for safe towing from the moment you start the engine to when you pull off the highway.
The Ram 1500 also features an available Active-Level™ Four Corner Air Suspension system. This system adjusts your suspension to maximize performance. It also levels out your truck’s suspension automatically when you’re carrying excess weight to remain even from headlights to taillights. The Toyota Tundra doesn’t have a similar feature, so it may experience more wear from towing.
2024 RAM 1500 VS TOYOTA TUNDRA: WHICH TRUCK IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
There are plenty of things to do for work and for fun, and a quality truck will let you do more. After comparing the 2024 Ram 1500 vs. Toyota Tundra, the Ram 1500 has emerged as our top pick for drivers in the Hurricane, Huntington, and Charleston, West Virginia, areas.
The extra power under its hood, capability for payloads and towing, and entertainment and convenience features make this a truck for everyone to enjoy. If you want to see it for yourself, come to Walker CDJR and we’ll get you behind the wheel.
There’s no substitute for a little hands-on experience. Contact us to schedule your Ram 1500 test drive today so you can see if it’s the right truck for your workload and adventures around town!
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