When drivers search for a pickup truck that won't hold them back, many are quick to compare the Toyota Tundra vs. Ford F-150. Although the 2019 Ford F-150 is well-known as a capable work truck, the 2019 Toyota Tundra specs excel in ways that are bound to appeal to our neighbors in Streamwood and Schaumburg. If you want a safer, more reliable pickup truck, choose the Tundra over its competitor from Ford.
A Better Value: Toyota Tundra vs. Ford F-150
- Reliability Ratings: In a 2018 study, J.D. Power and Associates ranked Toyota 8th in reliability. Ford fell several spots below Toyota, being ranked 16th.
- Resale Value: Because the Tundra has a long history of reliability, and because Toyota's vehicles are generally considered much more reliable than Ford's, the Tundra will tend to fetch a larger price when you bring it back to market.
- Towing and Payload: The Tundra's minimum towing capacity is 6,400 pounds without upgrades, while the F-150 manages just 5,000 without improvements. The Tundra payload capacity is also higher than the F-150, and by a significant margin, if we consider their baseline trims alone.
When you drive with Elgin Toyota, you can take advantage of ToyotaCare, a no-cost plan that covers all of your scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles. 24-hour roadside assistance is also included with the program, so you can drive with peace-of-mind on Elgin and Streamwood streets.
Safety: Toyota Tundra vs. Ford F-150
- Driver-Assistance Technology: The Toyota Tundra offers advanced driver-assistance safety features, like adaptive cruise control and a lane departure warning, standard. You'll have to pay extra to access similar features in the Ford F-150.
- Driver Alert Monitor: Careful and attentive driving is the best way to ensure safety on Streamwood streets. Only the Tundra is available with a driver alert monitor that tracks the driver's movements and issues a warning when it's time to take a break.
- Standard Features: Both models offer respectable suites of standard safety features, which include daytime running lights, rearview cameras, blind spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors. Both models offer available all-wheel drive.
Test Drive the Tundra at Elgin Toyota
Although the upper-level trims of the 2019 Ford F-150 might make this option stand out as a work truck, we think the safety and value of the 2019 Toyota Tundra make it a superior option for your daily drives around Chicagoland. The Tundra also offers many advantages over another major competitors, like the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2019 RAM 1500. Browse our Toyota Tundra inventory to find the model that's right for you, then contact our team to schedule a test drive.
*Image is of 2018 Ford F-150
