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2020 RAM 1500 vs. 2020 Toyota Tundra

2020 RAM 1500 vs. 2020 Toyota Tundra

2020 RAM 1500

2020 Toyota Tundra
$32,145 MSRP

Starting Price

$33,575 MSRP
4

Engine Options

1
12,750 pounds

Max Towing

10,200 pounds
2,300 pounds

Max Payload

1,730 pounds

If you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, then you’re undoubtedly comparing the 2020 RAM 1500 with the Toyota Tundra. Both vehicles offer strong towing performance and easy driveability that’s great for your Escondido commute or your next DIY home project. When it comes to comparing the 2020 RAM 1500 vs. the 2020 Toyota Tundra, however, the choice is clear: The RAM 1500 comes out ahead in almost every area. Compare both the RAM 1500 and the Toyota Tundra with Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram below, then contact us when you’re ready to take a test drive in one of our RAM 1500 models!


2020 RAM 1500 vs. Tundra: Starting Price

Finding a pickup that can tow your toughest loads easily through Vista without going over your budget can be a hassle. Both the RAM 1500 and the Toyota Tundra offer great towing power at a low starting price, but if you’re looking for additional savings on your monthly payments then you’ll find the RAM 1500 is the truck for you. With a starting price of just $32,145 MSRP, the 2020 RAM 1500 is a great bargain for San Marcos drivers. The 2020 Toyota Tundra will cost you a bit more with a starting price of $33,575 MSRP, plus you can browse our RAM 1500 specials to get additional savings on your RAM 1500 purchase.

Parked 2020 RAM 1500 models

2020 RAM 1500 vs. Tundra: Engine Performance

When you’re shopping for a new pickup, you’re looking for a vehicle that can easily pull your boat to your favorite fishing spot or have the payload capacity you need for your Escondido DIY project. While the Toyota Tundra offers an excellent engine with a great towing capacity, the RAM 1500 once again comes out on top in the 2020 RAM 1500 vs. 2020 Toyota Tundra debate, with multiple engine options and a superior towing and payload capacity. Explore the stats of each engine options below:

2020 RAM 1500

3.6L V6 with eTorque

  • 305 hp
  • 269 lb-ft of torque
  • 7,730-pound max towing capacity

5.7L HEMI V8

  • 395 hp
  • 410 lb-ft of torque
  • 11,610-pound max towing capacity

5.7L HEMI V8 with eTorque

  • 395 hp
  • 410 lb-ft of torque
  • 12,750-pound max towing capacity

3.0L Turbo-Diesel V6

  • 260 hp
  • 480 lb-ft of torque
  • 12,560-pound max towing capacity

2020 Toyota Tundra

5.7L V8 Engine

  • 381 hp
  • 401 lb-ft of torque
  • 10,200-pound max towing capacity

Towing Features

Towing heavy equipment through Carlsbad comes with its own set of challenges, and luckily most pickups come with a suite of towing features to help you keep an eye on your cargo and stay safe on the road. The 2020 Toyota Tundra offers many excellent towing features like its backup camera, Active Traction Control, and Automatic Limited Slip Disc Differential, but once again the 2020 RAM 1500 comes out ahead with more features at a lower price:

  • Multifunction 60/40 Split Tailgate
  • Active Air Dam
  • Air Suspension System
  • High-Strength Steel Frame
  • Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path and Trailer Detection
  • LED In-Bed Lighting
  • 115-Volt Outlets
  • Much more!
2020 RAM 1500 ready to tow a boat

In addition to these amazing towing features, the RAM 1500 also comes with the RamBox® Cargo Management system. This exclusive cargo system helps you store tools, equipment, and anything you need for your next tailgating party in secure, waterproof boxes mounted on the side of your truck bed. The Toyota Tundra doesn’t offer a cargo management system on any of its trim levels.


Test Drive a RAM 1500 at Jack Powell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

Now that you’ve compared the 2020 RAM 1500 vs. the 2020 Toyota Tundra, you can see how the RAM 1500 pulls ahead in almost every way. Compare the RAM 1500 to other competitors like the 2020 Honda Ridgeline or explore it’s Eco-Diesel truck specs. When you’re ready to get a RAM 1500 of your own, contact our friendly finance team to begin the car buying process! While you’re here, be sure to explore the towing capacity of the recently released 2021 RAM 1500.


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