2023 Ford F-150 Vs. Toyota Tundra

Price and Trim Levels

You have many trim levels to choose from with either of these trucks. However, the 2023 Ford F-150 has a lower starting price than the Tundra.

Price & Trim Levels | Ford F-150

• XL | $35,080
• XLT | $42,685
• Rattler | $46,100
• Lariat | $58,225
• Tremor | $61,855
• King Ranch | $63,750
• Platinum | $65,440
• Raptor | $77,570
• Limited | $85,340
• Raptor R | $109,145

Price & Trim Levels | Toyota Tundra

• SR │ $38,760
• SR5 │ $44,265
• Limited │ $50,360
• 1794 Edition | $61,255
• Platinum │ $63,570
• TRD Pro │ $70,315
• Capstone | $77,040

Exterior Styling & Colors

The 2023 Ford F-150 has dimensions of 209-250″ L x 80-87″ W x 75-80″ H. It also comes with a variety of 17-22" wheel designs. The 2023 Toyota Tundra sits at 234-253″ L x 80″ W x 78″ H, and it includes 18-20" wheels. With either truck, there are multiple color options to pick from.

Engine

With seven engine options, the 2023 Ford F-150 offers the most variety. Here are the motors to choose from:

• 3.3L V6 (base)
• 5.0L V8
• 3.5L V6
• 3.5L V6 with electric motor (hybrid configuration)
• 2.7L twin-turbo V6
• 3.5L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 (Raptor)
• 5.2L supercharged V8 (Raptor R)
• In comparison, the 2023 Toyota Tundra only comes with two engine options.
• 3.5L twin-turbocharged V6
• Hybrid configuration

Performance & MPG

The EPA gives the 2023 Ford F-150 a 20/26 mpg rating with the 2.7L V6. The 3.5L twin-turbo V6 earns 18/24 mpg, and the hybrid powertrain gets 25/26 mpg. The 2023 Toyota Tundra earns 20/24 mpg with the V6 and rear-wheel drive or 19/23 mpg when using 4WD. The hybrid makes 20/24 mpg, which is less than the F-150. 

Horsepower

The 2023 Ford F-150 pushes out 250 to 400 horsepower with the standard lineup. The Raptor increases the output to 450 horsepower, and the Raptor R offers 700 horsepower. The 2023 Toyota Tundra pushes out 348 to 437 horsepower.

Transmission

Both trucks offer one transmission option, no matter which engine you choose. Whether you want a 2023 Ford F-150 or a new Tundra, you get a ten-speed automatic.

Payload

There are three different beds with the 2023 Ford F-150. Choose from the 5.5', 6.5', or 8'. The F-150 can offer a payload capacity of up to 3,250 pounds. With the Tundra, you also get three bed lengths. Choose from the 5.6', 6.6', or 8.1". With these beds, you only get a maximum of 1,940 payload capacity.

Curb Weight

The 2023 Ford F-150 curb weight is 4,021 to 5,740 pounds, depending on the configuration. The 2023 Toyota Tundra's curb weight ranges from 5,095 to 5,800 pounds. 

Towing Capacity

The 2023 Ford F-150 is capable of towing a lot with its 14,000-pound max capacity. On the other hand, the 2023 Toyota Tundra is only rated for up to 12,000 pounds.

Safety Features

The 2023 Ford F-150 has pedestrian detection, a rearview camera, and automated emergency braking. The 2023 Toyota Tundra includes standard adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, a rearview camera, lane tracing assist, lane keep assist, forward automatic emergency braking, and traffic sign recognition.

Seating & Interior Design

The 2023 Ford F-150 comes with a two-door, one-row pickup to hold three people or two different cab sizes that hold up to six people. The 2023 Toyota Tundra only offers a Double or Crew Cab, which holds five people.

Infotainment & Technology

The 2023 Ford F-150 comes standard with an 8" infotainment display, a Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a navigation system. The 2023 Toyota Tundra has three USB ports, an 8" touch screen, Amazon Alexa, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite radio, plus a six-speaker audio system.

Ratings & Reviews

The 2023 Ford F-150 is proud to be an IIHS Top Safety Pick. There's also good news from Car and Driver, which states, "From the work-spec XL to the posh Limited trim, there's an [2023] F-150 for every style and budget." The 2023 Toyota Tundra is also an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. However, Car and Driver put it down, saying, "In towing and performance, it's behind its all-American rivals."